Nixtamalero PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Hesperia (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Access to Legal Services

Premium Pay for Holidays

Recognition Programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a Nixtamalero to oversee tortilla production while ensuring high standards of quality and customer service. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced setting, with a passion for fresh baked goods and a commitment to teamwork.

This full-time position involves preparing masa, cooking, and maintaining equipment cleanliness. Flexible schedule required, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn tortilla production from dry corn to finished product.
• Responsible, professional, and positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Smile, greet, and assist customers with tortilla orders.
• Prepare masa, cook and grind nixtamal, fry tortilla products.
• Clean nixtamal cooking tanks, equipment, and work areas.
• Rotate, replenish, and display tortilla products attractively.
• Package flour and corn tortillas, transport products to/from storage.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Basic English

Production Skills

Sanitation Practices

Tools

Professional Tortillería Equipment

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At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocerystore,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

About the Role

TheNixtamalerois responsible forproducing corn and flour tortilla products from start to finish using traditional methods whilemaintainingVallarta’shigh standardsof quality, consistency, and food safety. This role also supports the department by stocking, rotating, and merchandising products, ensuring freshness and presentation, and providing extraordinary customer service.

WhatYou’llDo

Customer Service: Smile, greet, andassistcustomers with tortilla orders, ensuring friendly and professional service.

Production: Prepare masa, cook and grind nixtamal, fry tortilla products, and follow company recipes for consistency in quality and weight.

Sanitation: Cleannixtamalcooking tanks, equipment, and work areas using "clean as you go" principles.

Stocking & Merchandising: Rotate, replenish, and display tortilla products attractively, ensuring freshness andaccuratesignage.

Operations: Package flour and corn tortillas, transport products to/from storage, and follow schematics provided by the manager.

Safety & Compliance: Follow health code regulations, food safety practices, and Vallarta’sTortilleríaSafety Program; reportunsafe conditions or equipmentimmediately.

Teamwork:Assistcoworkers, supporttrainingand apprenticeship of new employees, andmaintainopen communication with theTortilleríaManager.

Other Duties: Performadditionaltasks as directed to support department operations and customer satisfaction.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk forlong periods(6–8 hours/day).

Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent hand use for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.frequentlyand up to 50 lbs. occasionally (dry corn,maseca).

Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs.; longest distance: 10 feet.

Work near cooking equipment, fryers, and tortilla machinery.

Exposure todust, gas, fumes, heat,andhumidity.

May berequiredto perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

Mayoperateforklifts, carts, or other moving equipment.

WhatWe’reLooking For

Ability to learn tortilla production from dry corn through finished product.

Familiarity with professionaltortilleríaequipment, tools, and ovens (or willingness to learn).

Responsible, professional, and positive attitude.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Basic understanding of English language.

Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Exposure toperishable products, cooking equipment, and changing conditions.

Team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

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We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whetheryou’reseekingpart-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.