Food Service Specialist

About the role

We want you to join our team as a Food Service Specialist! If you enjoy working with others, keeping projects organized, and supporting food service programs, this opportunity could be for you.

You will support the Circle K Merchandising team, with a primary focus on the Food Service Category. This includes assisting with promotional performance analysis, supply chain management, logistics, vendor relationships, item setup, and day-to-day Category Management support.

As a Food Service Specialist, you will enjoy

• Hourly pay range of $28.00-$31.00.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short-term disability coverage.
• Optional supplemental life, long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions after meeting service requirements.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Paid vacation, personal time, and sick time according to company policy and eligibility.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 annually for eligible job-related courses and degree programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company matching contributions, subject to eligibility.
• Employee discounts on Circle K fuel, food, and drinks.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and work-life, legal, and financial resources.
• Employee well-being programs and resources.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Your key responsibilities

• Analyze and provide recommendations to Category Managers on local planogram assortments, planning, and related processes.
• Assist with promotional performance analysis, supply chain coordination, logistics, and day-to-day Category Management administrative tasks.
• Support daily communication with local vendors regarding item setup, pricing, costs, product logistics, and in-stock availability.
• Serve as a central contact for stores with food service category questions, using judgment to resolve issues as they arise.
• Review signage and promotional materials.
• Supervise special projects and coordinate assigned activities.
• Help achieve financial and Key Result Area targets established in company plans.
• Contribute to team goals and perform other assigned duties to support operational excellence across the Business Unit.

You are good at

• Building relationships and influencing others.
• Managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Staying organized and maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Communicating clearly through presentations, written materials, and conversations.
• Solving problems and responding to store and vendor needs.
• Working independently with minimal direction and periodic supervision.

What you'll need

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build relationships, manage competing priorities, and maintain accuracy.

Great if you have

• One to three years of work experience.
• Retail experience.

Physical Requirements

• Sit for extended periods.
• Operate a computer keyboard and mouse for data entry.
• View a computer monitor.
• Hear and speak by telephone.
• Reach forward and overhead.
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

• An office environment with moderate noise levels.
• Natural and fluorescent lighting throughout work areas.
• Work performed with minimal direction and periodic supervision.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Please inform the Company's Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

• In English
• In Spanish