Seafood Lead

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle Seafood Leads play a pivotal role in directing and motivating the seafood department, ordering all fresh and frozen seafood, and building a department that shoppers consider the place to buy seafood. The role emphasizes teamwork, coaching, and inspiring others to develop their leadership potential and culinary creativity.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in seafood leadership, strong customer service and culinary experience, and comfort with P&L concepts.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years experience in seafood leadership preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree helpful.
• Experience in customer service and culinary fields.
• Knowledge of Market District procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements.

Responsibilities

• Order seafood products and supplies to meet guest requirements.
• Answer questions and make suggestions to guests regarding seafood items and cooking methods.
• Conduct in-store sampling and instructional cooking events to teach guests how to prepare fresh seafood.
• Provide exemplary customer service by greeting guests in the department or store.
• Maintain product mix, case merchandising, signage and convenience items.
• Schedule Team Members and delegate work assignments.
• Prepare, maintain and track inventories and work processes.
• Control department costs by monitoring/improving processes.
• Direct, recruit, interview and train department Team Members.
• Handle products and equipment per food safety guidelines.
• Maintain safety as top priority for Team Members and guests.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive and respectful environment.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Seafood knowledge

Culinary experience

P&L interpretation

Team management

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Seafood Leads are key players in providing leadership, motivation and enthusiasm in the Seafood Department. They direct and manage Team Members and order all fresh and frozen products — helping to develop the department as a store of choice for seafood. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player. You know that you are only successful when those around you are set up for success. You are eager to support an amazing team, have the drive to grow your career in leadership and have the ability to inspire those around you. You are creative with cuisine and love to help others foster their own creativity.

Job Description

Experience Required: 3 to 5 years
Experience Desired: Prior Experience in the seafood field; Culinary Experience; Customer Service Experience; Knowledge of Market District operational procedures; Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statement; Culinary degree helpful
Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age
Job Responsibilities

• Order seafood products and supplies to meet guest requirements.
• Answer questions and make suggestions to guests regarding various seafood items and cooking methods.
• Conduct in-store sampling and instructional cooking events to teach guests how to prepare fresh seafood.
• Provide exemplary customer service by greeting guests in the department or elsewhere in the store.
• Maintain product mix, case merchandising, signage and convenience items.
• Schedule Team Members and delegate work assignments.
• Prepare, maintain and track records of inventories and work processes
• Control department costs by monitoring/improving work processes.
• Direct, recruit, interview and train department Team Members.
• Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines.
• Maintain safety as the top priority for our Team Members and guests.
• Actively participate in, and promote, an environment which embraces diversity, inclusion and respect for Team Members, guests, vendors and the community.