SEAFOOD/LEAD CLERK

Fred Meyer; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail grocery chain is seeking a supervisory role in the Meat/Seafood department. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while delivering excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills and experience in the food retail sector, with opportunities for growth and training within the company.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Associate discounts on purchases

Employee Assistance Program

Continuous education and training programs

Qualifications

• Must have a current food handler's permit upon employment.
• Management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of retail and seafood practices desired.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all functions of the Meat/Seafood department.
• Train and develop associates on their performance.
• Maintain compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Handling stressful situations

Knife handling skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Direct and supervise all functions, duties, and activities for the Meat/Seafood department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Meat/Seafood operations. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing value and care to help you grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent preferred
• Management experience preferred
• Knowledge of cutting, traying, wrapping, and labeling
• Seafood experience
• Retail experience
• Second language (speaking, reading, and/or writing)

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote trust and respect among associates
• Communicate company, department, and job-specific information to associates
• Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals
• Establish performance goals for the department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation
• Train and develop associates on performance of their job and participate in performance appraisals
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, and company guidelines
• Cut seafood to customers' requests using proper equipment
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products
• Inform customers of meat/seafood specials
• Prepare foods according to food temperature logs and follow cooking instructions
• Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results
• Understand the store's layout and locate products
• Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management
• Implement the promotional plan for the department
• Stay current with ads and seasonal promotions
• Monitor and control department expenses
• Maintain awareness of inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies
• Schedule price changes by updating shelf tags and signs
• Ensure compliance with country of origin labeling and regulations
• Plan, organize, and supervise inventory processes
• Train associates on inventory and Computer Assisted Ordering
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers, logging temperatures
• Reinforce safety programs by following procedures and reporting unsafe conditions
• Notify management of accidents or safety risks
• Report illegal activities such as theft or fraud
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced, stressful environment
• Manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Follow directions and seek assistance when needed
• Support and assist minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation