A manifold for a food product molding machine, which balances the flow and pressure of the food product over a wide fill area. The invention further relates to a feed system for a food product molding machine which has a multiple plunger configuration which increases the capacity of the food product molding machine. The invention further provides a valve for controlling the flow of food product molding machine. A breather vent assembly and auger cover is configured to return exhaust air and excess food product to the food product supply.