Meat and Seafood Specialist
About The Position
The Merc Co+op is seeking a knowledgeable, customer-focused Meat & Seafood Specialist to help support the daily operations of our Meat & Seafood Department. This position combines hands-on production work, exceptional customer service, and team leadership support in a department known for quality, service, and food expertise. This position serves as a senior department team member and may assist with training, mentoring, and day-to-day operational support within the Meat & Seafood Department. As a Meat & Seafood Specialist, you will work alongside department leadership to maintain high standards for product quality, food safety, merchandising, and customer service while helping train and support other team members. This role is ideal for someone with previous meat, seafood, grocery, deli, food service, or food production experience who enjoys working with people and takes pride in their work.
Requirements
- Previous experience in meat and seafood, grocery, deli, food service, food production, restaurant, or related environments preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to support and coach coworkers in a positive and professional manner.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred.
- ServSafe or other food safety certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, package, label, stock, and merchandise meat and seafood products.
- Maintain department standards for quality, freshness, food safety, and sanitation.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge.
- Assist with employee training, onboarding, and skill development.
- Support inventory management, receiving, product rotation, and shrink control.
- Create and maintain attractive sales displays and merchandising standards.
- Help ensure department goals for sales, productivity, and customer satisfaction are achieved.
- Follow all workplace safety, food safety, and company policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays (where applicable)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching opportunities
- Employee discount
- Life and disability insurance options
- Training, development, and advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
