SEAFOOD/LEAD CLERK

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated individual to lead the Meat/Seafood department, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence. This role emphasizes teamwork, training, and adherence to safety regulations while fostering a welcoming environment for customers. With a commitment to employee growth and well-being, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions can truly make a difference. Join a dynamic team that values integrity and innovation, and take the next step in your career with a company that prioritizes your success.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Flexible Scheduling

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stressful situations effectively.
• Knowledge of cutting, tray, wrapping, and labeling seafood.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Meat/Seafood department operations and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Train associates and manage scheduling to optimize customer service.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Stress Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Customer Service

Management Experience

Retail Experience

Seafood Knowledge

Education

Food Handler's Permit

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 the performance appraisal process.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, and company guidelines.
• Cut seafood to customers’ requests using proper cutting equipment.
• Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about.
• 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.
• Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management.
• Implement the period promotional plan for the department.
• Stay current with present, future, seasonal, and special ads.
• Monitor and control expenses for the department.
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions; note any discrepancies in inventory.
• Schedule daily, weekly, and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs.
• Ensure familiarity and compliance with all country of origin labeling and regulations.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the inventory process.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are kept.
• Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identifying unsafe conditions and notifying store management.
• Report all safety risks, issues, and illegal activities, including robbery, theft, or fraud.
• Work cooperatively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, non-confrontational, and cooperative manner.
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Current food handler's permit upon employment
• Management experience preferred
• Knowledge of cutting, tray, wrapping, and labeling
• Seafood experience
• Retail experience

About Us

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, 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 the value and care you need to 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 Kroger 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 affordable, comprehensive 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 industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
• Locations 536 Centennial Blvd, Richardson, TX, 75081, US (On-site)