Seafood Department Lead: Elevate Service & Quality

Kroger; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Burien, WA seeks a Meat/Seafood Department Lead to provide outstanding service, enforce food safety, and supervise daily operations. You will develop schedules, train associates, cut seafood, and prepare products to spec while partnering with store management on promotions.

Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to manage inventory and pricing changes are essential. Prior retail or seafood experience, plus a food handler permit, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Current food handlers permit once employed.
• Possess adequate knife handling skills and knife speed.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all functions for the Meat/Seafood department.
• Support day-to-day functions of Meat/Seafood operations.
• Create and execute department business plan and promotions.
• Train department associates and participate in performance appraisals.
• Maintain food safety and adhere to temperature logs.
• Control inventory and manage stocking and shelf tags.
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist customers with inquiries.

Skills

Effective communication

Mathematical basics

Stress management

Knife handling skills

Customer service

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Kroger in Burien, WA seeks a Meat/Seafood Department Lead to provide outstanding service, enforce food safety, and supervise daily operations. You will develop schedules, train associates, cut seafood, and prepare products to spec while partnering with store management on promotions.

Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to manage inventory and pricing changes are essential. Prior retail or seafood experience, plus a food handler permit, is preferred.