Fishmonger - Maumee

Walt Churchill's Market•Maumee, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As our Fishmonger/Seafood Lead, you will be the creative heart of our Seafood Department, reporting directly to the Deli Manager. You will bring our fresh and frozen seafood cases to life, craft delicious scratch-made items, and lead a welcoming environment where every customer leaves inspired for their next meal.

Requirements

Management experience in a seafood, deli, restaurant, or grocery setting
Seafood and/or cooking experience and general knowledge
Moderate computer skills, including email, Excel, Word, and online ordering systems
Great multitasking, organizational, communication, and customer service skills
Comfortable working with the public and greeting, speaking with, and assisting customers
Attention to detail, ensuring duties are completed correctly and on time
Leadership, sales, and merchandising skills
Must be available to work a variety of shifts and/or days of the week consistent with the demands of the retail environment which includes weekends, evenings and other high activity periods
High School Diploma/GED
ServSafe/Food safety certification, or willingness to obtain
Must be able to frequently lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, twisting, lifting, bending, and reaching
Occasional instances of pushing, pulling, and squatting

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of seafood and other specialty deli foods
Culinary education (classes, certification, or degree)

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service and mentor the Deli and Seafood team to do the same.
Develop innovative, seafood-focused recipes for our Deli case, Seafood Café, and soups.
Handcraft local favorites like salmon patties, chili lime shrimp, crab cakes, and cod cakes using our trusted in-store recipes.
Work closely with trusted vendors to order high-quality seafood, ensuring a beautifully stocked and fresh department.
Partner with the Deli Manager to manage inventory, track department sales, optimize costs, and lead quarterly inventory updates.
Maintain a clean, organized department, ensuring proper product rotation and strict safety and sanitation standards.
Shine during special store events and holidays, leading exciting features like our Seafood Roadshows and the Holiday Food and Wine Show.
Maintain friendly, timely communication with vendors, customers, and co-workers through email, phone, and in-person chats.
Support the wider team by stepping in to help with expanded deli production duties as needed.