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Part Time Food Production

Gaylord, MI · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

As a Part Time Food Production Associate you bring fun into our store! No 2 days are ever the same - a great opportunity to learn and even greater opportunity for advancement! What will you do:

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How much do part time food product tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time food product tester in the United States is $36.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $43.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are part time food product testers?

Part time food product testers are individuals who are hired to sample and evaluate food products on a part-time basis. Their responsibilities typically include tasting new or existing food items, providing feedback on aspects like taste, texture, appearance, and aroma, and sometimes filling out surveys or reports. These testers help food companies and manufacturers improve their products before releasing them to the public. The job often requires no formal training, but a keen palate and honest feedback are important. Scheduling is usually flexible, making it a popular option for students or those seeking supplemental income.

What does a typical shift look like for a part time food product tester, and how is feedback provided?

A typical shift for a part time food product tester involves sampling various food items, documenting sensory impressions, and completing feedback forms or digital surveys. Testers often work in a team environment, collaborating with quality assurance staff and research professionals to ensure products meet taste and safety standards. Feedback is usually structured, focusing on aspects like flavor, texture, aroma, and appearance, and is vital for product development. Shifts are generally flexible, with clear instructions provided for each session and opportunity for testers to learn about food science and product evaluation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Food Product Tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Food Product Tester, you need a keen sense of taste and smell, attention to detail, and basic knowledge of food safety or quality standards, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with sensory evaluation forms, data entry systems, and sometimes basic lab equipment is often required. Strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to provide objective, constructive feedback are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate, unbiased product evaluations that help companies maintain quality and improve their food offerings.

What is the difference between Part Time Food Product Tester vs Part Time Food Quality Inspector?

AspectPart Time Food Product TesterPart Time Food Quality Inspector
CredentialsBasic food safety knowledge, sometimes a food handling certificationFood safety certifications, quality assurance training
Work EnvironmentHome or office-based, tasting sessions, online reviewsFood manufacturing facilities, inspection sites
Employer & IndustryFood companies, market research firmsFood production companies, quality assurance departments
Search & Comparison IntentEvaluating taste, texture, and overall product experienceAssessing compliance with safety and quality standards

While both roles involve working with food products, Part Time Food Product Testers focus on sensory evaluation like taste and texture, often in a more flexible, home-based setting. Part Time Food Quality Inspectors concentrate on ensuring products meet safety and quality standards in manufacturing environments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on their skills and interests.

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Part Time Food Production

$12 - $15/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Gordon Food Service rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 204 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

175th of 352 rated logistics


Job description

Gordon Food Service Store LLCLocation: 5440 N Main St, Mishawaka, IN, 46545-9028Hiring Immediately!
Pay: $12-15/hr
  • Store Hours - Monday through Saturday 7AM-8PM; Sunday 9AM-6PM

  • Holidays Off - We are CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day and Easter.

  • Advancement - High internal promotion rate and development programs available!

Gordon Food Service prides ourselves on the competitive wages and benefits offered:
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • ComPsych 24/7 Mental Health Support

  • Employee Discounts - 10% off your purchases

  • Beneplace Discount Program

Eligible employees can also take advantage of:
  • Affordable Health Insurance

  • Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

  • PTO and Flex time

  • Bright Horizons Child and Elder Care

  • Company Note Savings Program

  • 12 Week - 100% Paid Maternity Leave

  • Free Health Management Resources and Programs

Gordon Food Service Store, the retail division of Gordon Food Service, offers the fast pace of retail in an environment that lets you balance your life and foster development for future growth.

Our 170+ stores are the primary supplier for many small food service operators, families, non-profit organizations, caterers and so much more!

Come help us champion a "Customer is King" environment and see why we set the bar for customer satisfaction in the retail industry!

As aPart Time Food Production Associateyou bring fun into our store! No 2 days are ever the same - a great opportunity to learn and even greater opportunity for advancement!

What will you do:

  • Preparing sliced meats (must be 18 years of age to operate meat slicer) and cheeses, making sandwiches and wraps.

  • Juicing: prepare ingredients used to create beverages for customers.

  • Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.

  • Will fill in other areas such as stocking, cashiering or other food production areas during down times.

  • Use Rotisserie Oven to cook up to 3 times per day.

  • Utilize a broaster, to cook chicken tenders, chicken wings, or other chicken items, fish and potato wedges as needed.

  • Take temperatures of cooked foods and cold foods.

  • Change oil in broasters.

  • Food prep experience preferred but not required

Does this sound like you?

  • At least18years of age

  • Able to provide superiorcustomer service

  • Able tomultitask

  • Work on your own or within a team

  • Basicmathandcomputerskills

  • Able to lift up to50 lbs

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace.


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About Gordon Food Service

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Since our 1897 founding, Gordon Food Service has grown to become the largest family-managed broadline foodservice distribution company in North America. While we've been growing pretty much continuously over these 125 years, we've remained consistent at the core of what and who we are: passionately committed to customers and employees. Being part of Gordon Food Service means being part of something important, something bigger than oneself.We take care of you as if you were part of our family by providing benefits that give choice and flexibility for what matters most to you. We aim to deliver a competitive package that not only supports you but also your family. Full-time employees are provided benefit options to support work-life and your need to take care of yourself and those close to you, including paid time off, 401k with company match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement for you and the whole family, and more!We feel the culture when we work together, and when we serve together. As a team, we tackle our challenges, celebrate our successes, and have fun on the journey. Be part of it.

Industry

Food and beverage wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Wyoming, MI, US

Year founded

1897