Seafood Associate

Wegmans; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime premium pay

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

Job summary

Wegmans in Amherst, NY is seeking a team member for our Seafood department to educate customers and ensure the freshest variety of fish and prepared seafood items available throughout the day. Join a fast-paced environment where exceptional service matters, and you'll help customers locate products, stock shelves, and support daily deliveries while upholding Wegmans’ commitment to quality and community.

Experience in customer service and a positive attitude are valued, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
• Flexible schedule to support a fast-paced grocery environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide incredible service to our customers
• Keep our shelves stocked with fresh products
• Take orders, package product, and help customers locate what they need
• May unload daily deliveries and stock cases, displays and backroom coolers with new and existing products/inventory

Skills

Customer service

Stocking

Cash handling

Job description

Our mission is to provide incredible service and help our customers live healthier, better lives through food. As a part of our Seafood team, you'll work with others to educate our customers and ensure the freshest variety of unique fish and prepared seafood items are available throughout the day. If your passions are food and working in a fast-paced environment, this could be the role for you!

What will I do?

• Provide incredible service to our customers
• Keep our shelves stocked with fresh products
• Take orders, package product, and help customers locate what they need
• May unload daily deliveries and stock cases, displays and backroom coolers with new and existing products/inventory

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as medium to heavy. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive hand and arm movements, occasional heavy lifting, bending, and reaching, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds rarely. Upper extremity repetition is moderate to moderately high and trunk movement involves moderate twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction). The work environment is indoors with exposure to cold (33 – 55 degrees) temperatures and hot equipment (exceeds 135 degrees). Basic tools and equipment used include u-cart, hand/power jack, box cutter, knives, fryer, ice machine, and ice tables.; Collective customer service experience, internally and/or externally preferably in a food service, grocery or retail setting; Experience utilizing a variety of cooking techniques