Seafood Lead

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Leetsdale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is looking for a Seafood Lead in Leetsdale, PA. This position plays a crucial role in managing the Seafood Department and ensuring exceptional customer service. The Seafood Lead will inspire and guide Team Members while ordering and merchandising seafood products.

The ideal candidate should possess 3 to 5 years of related experience, demonstrate culinary creativity, and have strong leadership skills. A high school diploma is required, and a culinary degree is advantageous. Join us to make seafood the centerpiece of our department!

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in seafood or culinary field.
• Knowledge of Market District operational procedures.
• Culinary degree is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Order seafood products and supplies.
• Provide exemplary customer service.
• Conduct in-store sampling and cooking events.
• Direct, recruit, and train Team Members.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Culinary creativity

Ability to read Profit and Loss statements

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.