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IHOP 1939 Irving

Food Server - Expeditor

Irving, TX · On-site

$10/hr

Join our IHOP team as a part-time Food Server - Expeditor.You'll be a key player in ensuring our ... all tastes, ages, and dietary preferences. Our commitment to serving high-quality food and ...

Troon Golf

Food & Beverage Attendant

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$12.50 - $15/hr

... part-time Food & Beverage Associate ! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Participates in pre-shift meetings and taste tests. * Maintains organized workstation and side work ...

Lambert and Associates

Food Runner

Kennesaw, GA

We are a fast paced, high energy, private club and are seeking a Part-Time Food Runner. This role ... and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ...

Lambert and Associates

Food Runner

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

$13/hr

We are a fast paced, high energy, private club and are seeking a Part-Time Food Runner. This role ... and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The ...

Troon

Food and Beverage Server

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... part-time Food and Beverage Server ! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Participates in pre-shift meetings and taste tests * Maintains an organized workstation and side ...

Troon

Food Runner/Expo

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

... for a part-time Food Runner/Expo! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Occasionally climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crawls, crouches, tastes or smells. * Frequently ...

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Troon Golf

Food and Beverage Server

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... part-time Food and Beverage Server ! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Participates in pre-shift meetings and taste tests * Maintains an organized workstation and side ...

Troon Golf

Food Runner/Expo

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $20/hr

... for a part-time Food Runner/Expo! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Occasionally climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crawls, crouches, tastes or smells. * Frequently ...

New

Troon

Food and Beverage Helper

Lakeland, FL · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... part-time Food and Beverage Helper ! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn ... Occasionally reaches with arms and hands, uses hands, tastes, smells, climbs, balances, stoops ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time food taster in the United States is $14.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Part Time Food Taster, you need a well-developed palate, keen sensory perception, and often a background in food science, nutrition, or culinary arts. Familiarity with standardized tasting protocols, food safety guidelines, and sometimes allergen awareness certifications are typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and reliability help you provide accurate feedback and work effectively with product development teams. These skills ensure consistent, high-quality product evaluations that are critical for maintaining food safety and consumer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Part Time Food Taster vs Part Time Food Critic?

AspectPart Time Food TasterPart Time Food Critic
CredentialsBasic palate training, sometimes culinary backgroundJournalism or writing experience, culinary knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentFood testing labs, company facilitiesRestaurants, media outlets, online platforms
Employer & IndustryFood companies, product development teamsMedia, magazines, online review sites

While both roles involve evaluating food, a Part Time Food Taster primarily tests new products for companies, focusing on taste and quality. A Part Time Food Critic reviews restaurants and dishes for publication, emphasizing writing and critique skills. The roles differ in environment, credentials, and purpose, but both require a good palate and food knowledge.

What does a part time food taster do?

As a part-time food taster, your shifts are often scheduled around product testing needs, which may vary week to week. Tasting sessions are usually structured with a focus on evaluating specific products, following strict protocols to ensure unbiased feedback. You’ll often work alongside other tasters and a sensory panel leader, providing your input on flavor, texture, aroma, and appearance. Between sessions, you may be asked to cleanse your palate or complete short surveys. The work environment is collaborative and detail-oriented, with an emphasis on consistency and confidentiality.

What is a part time food taster?

Part-time food tasters are individuals who are hired to sample and evaluate food products on a part-time basis. Their main responsibilities include tasting food items, providing feedback on flavor, texture, and quality, and sometimes helping companies refine recipes or products before they reach the market. This role is important for food manufacturers, restaurants, or research organizations that need unbiased opinions but do not require a full-time taster. Part-time food tasters typically work flexible hours and may test a variety of foods depending on the employer’s needs.
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Food Service Manager

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Elmira, NY • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 362 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

571st of 772 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview

Seeking: compassionate individuals looking to help make a difference!

If you are passionate about making a difference in someone's life and want to work for an organization that appreciates and recognizes their employee's success, we encourage you to apply today!

Seeking a Part Time Food Service Manager on our Elmira Corps Our House Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

      Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time

      Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)

      Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)

      Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life

      Christmas Bonus

      Wireless discount for Verizon customers

      Free parking

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:Responsible for all aspects of the Food Services; for inventory, ordering, menu planning, food preparation for main meals, equipment, health & safety compliance and reporting.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Food ordering for Our House Responsible for a budget and/or responsible for budget preparation and record keeping. Health and Safety of Food Operations, including cleanliness of kitchen, dining room and food storage areas and equipment. Ensure menu and meal compliance for ingredients, preparation, serving and storage Supervision and training for all staff, clients and volunteers. Establish and monitor procedures in sanitation for compliance with regulatory agencies. Quality assurance for prepared meals (taste, temperature, appearance, timeliness). Inventory control, daily meal counts, and cash to Finance daily. Preparation of main meals. Load and unload delivery trucks as necessary. Key Aspects of OASAS Nutrition: o Mandatory Meals: Facilities must offer three balanced meals daily to meet basic and recovery-specific nutritional needs.o Nutrient-Rich: Focus is on providing adequate nutrients and calories to support healing and recovery. o Integrated Care: Nutrition is a component of overall addiction treatment, alongside counseling, case management, and prevention.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

SERV safe Manager certification Work requires an Associate or Technical School degree or equivalent with 1-2 years applicable work experience in Kitchen/Food Service management. Experience in purchasing methods and procedures including cost containment and inventory control. Supervisory experience required. Excellent oral and written communication and proficient computer skills. Must be able to use commercial kitchen equipment and stepladder.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment Type: PART_TIME

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Industry

Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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