Seafood Lead FT

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store; we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

The Seafood Lead oversees the daily operations and performance of the Seafood Department, ensuring product quality, safety, and extraordinary customer service. This role assists the Meat Manager in achieving sales and labor goals, reducing shrink, training team members, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. The Seafood Lead also ensures attractive product presentation and merchandising strategies to drive sales.

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  Assist the Meat Manager in planning and controlling Seafood operations to achieve sales, gross profit, and labor goals.

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  Track sales, costs, and performance metrics while maintaining accurate records and reports.

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  Minimize shrinkage and pilferage by implementing preventative measures.

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  Audit pricing, codes, and tare weights to ensure accuracy and compliance with state laws.

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  Train, mentor, and motivate seafood team members, setting performance expectations.

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  Create welcoming, well-stocked, and visually appealing seafood displays.

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  Rotate and replenish products to maintain freshness and meet Health Department regulations.

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  Greet customers, provide extraordinary service, and address escalated concerns.

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  Suggestively sell products and promote seafood offerings.

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  Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas.

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  Enforce Vallarta’s dress code and safety policies.

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  Report employee complaints, concerns, or injuries promptly to management.

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  Support Meat and Cremería departments as needed during peak times.

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  Perform other duties as assigned.

• Stand and walk for long periods (6–8 hours/day).

• Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

• Use hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.

• Work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to seafood odors, refrigerated environments, and wet surfaces.

• Friendly, customer-oriented personality with leadership skills.

• Minimum of 6 months seafood or food handling experience in grocery, retail, or restaurant settings.

• Knowledge of seafood preparation, product presentation, and quality control.

• Ability to train, lead, and motivate a team.

• Basic computer proficiency (Word, Outlook, inventory systems).

• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

• Willingness to transfer to other store locations if needed.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

• Fast-paced supermarket Seafood Department.

• Exposure to perishable seafood, refrigerated environments, and changing conditions.

• Collaborative, team-oriented setting.

• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

• Paid vacation.

• Access to legal services.

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with real opportunities for growth.