Abstract: The object of the invention is to provide a food processor, which can be compact in size and can be easily washed. In the food processor, a tray accommodates processed food, and an upper face thereof is opened. A cutter plate is provided to an upper section of the tray and capable of reciprocatively moving along the upper face thereof so as to process food materials. A guide member supports the cutter plate and guides the movement of the cutter plate, and it is provided on an inner face of the tray. A cover is provided above the cutter plate and attached to the tray, and it has a cylindrical member into which the food materials are put. A drive section has a motor for moving the cutter plate and a connecting member for connecting the motor and the cutter plate, and it is capable of attaching to the upper section of the tray, wherein the connecting member connects the motor and the cutter plate when the drive section is attached to the tray.