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Food Production Associate

Food City Distribution Center
Abingdon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/22/2026

JOB SUMMARY: All associates in the Food Production facilities are responsible for ensuring excellent food quality and following all KVAT Food Safety policies and procedures. The Food Production Associate assists in preparing all daily food items in the Commissary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Prepare and produce quality food products to exceed our customer & company expectations.
  • Assist in stocking and rotating various products as needed.
  • Ensure all packaged products for self-service are in proper packaging with correct weights and ingredients to satisfy local weights and measures regulations.
  • Know and follow all KVAT Food Safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a positive attitude; create an atmosphere of friendliness and fun through flexibility and teamwork.
  • Keep workstation neat and clean; this includes performing tasks such as washing dishes, mopping, etc.
  • Accommodate the department's staffing needs by cross-training in multiple positions, as requested.
  • Ensure efficient and courteous customer service to store locations in support of the company mission to Run the Best Store in Town!
  • Responsible for attending on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Ability to use a telephone, and other equipment as needed.
  • Ability to meet standard Physical, Mental, and Visual demands.
  • Food Service experience is preferred.
  • Adhere to KVAT food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and interact with customers of various socioeconomic levels. This includes vendors, guests, and KVAT corporate representatives.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks, and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals daily.
  • Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies.

Benefits of working for Food City:

401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Weekly Pay Checks with Direct Deposit, Company paid Life and Disability Insurance, Medical Plan with wellness benefits, Dental Plan, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacations, Associate Offers, and so much more!

About Food City:

Food City is a privately held, family-owned company with a driving mission to "run the best store in town." Dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, we encourage our associates to get involved with their local civic organizations. We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by our associates through our employee stock ownership plan, promoting tremendous pride in the services and products we provide. Whether your passion is baking, accounting, or trucking, Food City has a promising career opportunity for you. We offer flexible schedules to ensure our associates have ample time to spend with family and friends. If you're looking for a great career or the opportunity to try something different, consider becoming part of the Food City family.



Brand: Food City Distribution Center
Address: 26331 Hillman Highway Abingdon, VA - 24210
Property Description: 125 - Abingdon Food City Distribution Center
Property Number: 125

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan

Salary : $29,075 - $36,157

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