Guacamole Lead: Fresh Prep & Customer Service

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services access

Holiday premium pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Duarte, CA is hiring a Guacamole Lead to oversee guacamole preparation, presentation, and quality in the Taquería department. You will assist with stocking, ordering ingredients, and supporting store operations with a focus on freshness and safety.

The role requires friendly, service‑oriented individuals with experience in food prep and a willingness to train team members. Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Six months grocery or food retail experience preferred.
• Prior experience in food preparation strongly desired.
• Knowledge of guacamole preparation, ingredient selection, and quality control.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Basic computer proficiency (Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to transfer to other store locations if needed.
• Exposure to perishable foods and refrigerated environments.
• Collaborative, team-focused workplace.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh guacamole according to company recipes and quality standards, ensuring consistent taste, texture, and presentation.
• Assist the Taquería Manager in planning, organizing, and managing guacamole production to achieve sales and inventory goals.
• Manage ingredient orders, maintain stock levels, and reduce waste/shrinkage.
• Accurately weigh, price, and label guacamole products.
• Create visually appealing displays, rotating stock to ensure freshness.
• Greet customers, provide education on product freshness, ingredients, and pairings, and address concerns promptly.
• Model Vallarta’s Nuestra CASA pledges with extraordinary customer service.
• Report team concerns, injuries, or complaints promptly to management.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, dress code, and workplace safety standards.
• Support the Taquería team as needed and collaborate on promotions and process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Team training

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Tools

Word

Outlook

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in Duarte, CA is hiring a Guacamole Lead to oversee guacamole preparation, presentation, and quality in the Taquería department. You will assist with stocking, ordering ingredients, and supporting store operations with a focus on freshness and safety.

The role requires friendly, service‑oriented individuals with experience in food prep and a willingness to train team members. Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is expected.