Desert Food Mart/Cougar Cave Cafe

07/15/2026

Good Luck, Kaleb.

Racing this Thursday and Friday at Stateline Speedway!

Mom’s got you covered on FB live or check it out on FloRacing.

07/14/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING — GAS STATION TEAM MEMBERS 🚨

Desert Food Mart is looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our team!

Available positions: Cashier, Cook, and Stocker

Job type: Full-time and part-time positions available

Pay: $17.25 per hour

Benefits include:
• Washington paid sick leave
• 10% employee discount
• One week of paid vacation after one year of employment

Available shifts may include:
• Days
• Evenings
• Overnight shifts
• Weekends and holidays

Applicant requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years old

• Applicants age 21 or older are preferred due to shift coverage and alcohol-sales requirements

• Must be dependable and willing to work assigned shifts

• Must be able to work effectively as part of a team

Job duties may include:
• Providing friendly customer service
• Operating the cash register
• Stocking and organizing merchandise
• Cleaning and maintaining the store
• Preparing and serving food
• Following food-safety, to***co, alcohol, and store policies

Previous customer-service, convenience-store, cashier, stocking, or food-service experience is helpful but not required.

Apply in person at Desert Food Mart,
10806 E. Kennedy Rd., Benton City, WA 99320.

Please bring a current résumé and be prepared to complete an employment application.

Desert Food Mart is an equal-opportunity employer.

07/12/2026

We celebrated 5 Anniversaries last month. Matt has been with us for 4 years. Sider has 3 years in and Gabby a whopping 9 years. Not pictured is Cristal with 3 years and Bryan C. 2 years . I really appreciate all of you. 🥰 Thank you !!!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Desert Food Mart! 🇺🇸

Celebrate 250 years of freedom with us! Whether you’re heading to the river, the races, a BBQ, or fireworks, make Desert Food Mart your stop for:

🍔 Hot food all day
🥨 Snacks
🥤 Cold drinks
⛽ Fuel
🇺🇸 Friendly service right here in Benton City

From our family to yours, have a safe and happy Independence Day.

Desert Food Mart — Your oasis in the desert.
📍 I-82 Exit 96 | Benton City, WA

07/01/2026

🎆 FIREWORKS ARE HERE! 🎆

Celebrate Independence Day with Safe & Sane Fireworks while supporting the Benton City Lions Club!

📍 Benton City Lions Club
1100 Ellen Ave, Benton City, WA

They have a great selection of Safe & Sane Fireworks for the whole family to enjoy. Every purchase helps support the Benton City Lions Club and the programs we provide in our community.

Stop by, stock up, and celebrate safely this Fourth of July!

🇺🇸 Shop Local • Support Your Community • Celebrate Safely

Please follow all local fireworks laws and safety guidelines. Adult supervision is recommended.

06/27/2026

FAST TIME BONUS ALERT!

Desert Food Mart/Cougar Cave Cafe has added a $100 Fast Time Bonus to every division at the Best of the West Freedom 250!

The fastest qualifier in each division will take home an extra $100.

Thank you to Desert Food Mart for supporting our racers and helping make this event even bigger! 👏🏁

06/21/2026

💙❤️ Happy Father's Day from Desert Food Mart & Cougar Cave Cafe! ❤️💙

Today we celebrate all the dads, grandpas, stepdads, bonus dads, and father figures who work hard, lead by example, and make countless sacrifices for their families every day.
Whether you're spending the day at the ball field, around the BBQ, on the road, or simply enjoying time with loved ones, we hope your day is filled with great memories, laughter, and appreciation.
Thank you for everything you do. Your strength, guidance, and dedication make a difference every day.
From our family at Desert Food Mart & Cougar Cave Cafe, we wish you a very Happy Father's Day!

06/19/2026

What a beautiful day for a ball game. Proud to help support our local youth. Thank you Liberty Tax Services.

06/17/2026

Back in stock !!! Just in time for Father's Day. Cougar Cheese in snack packs ready to eat and make the perfect gift. My favorite is Ghost Pepper, 🌶 it's hot but so good.

06/05/2026

🚗⛽ Hungry? Need fuel? Looking for your favorite snacks and drinks?

Stop by Desert Food Mart & Cougar Cave Cafe, your local one-stop shop in Benton City!

✅ Quality Conoco Fuel
☕ Fresh Coffee
🍔 Hot, Fresh Food Made to Order
🥤 Ice-Cold Drinks
🍬 Snacks & Convenience Items
😊 Friendly, Local Service

Whether you're heading to work, traveling through, or just need a quick bite, we've got you covered!

📍 Conveniently located off I-82 Exit 96
🕒 Open 24 Hours

CHECK OUT OUR MENU:
https://www.toasttab.com/local/cougarcave

Come see why locals choose Desert Food Mart & Cougar Cave Cafe for fuel, food, and friendly service.