WHO WE ARE

At Metropolitan Market, we believe food brings people together, and that's why it is at the heart of everything we do. As a premier grocery retailer in the Puget Sound region since 1971, we have spent over 50 years serving our communities as a best-in-class destination known for our fresh, high-quality, and innovative offerings. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to legendary service. Whether serving guests on the sales floor or working behind the scenes, we bring sincerity, care, and attention to detail to every interaction. Our stores are built on exceptional quality and guest service standards, creating an environment where team members take pride in their work and the impact they have every day.

JOB POSTING SEAFOODMONGER THE ROLE

As a key leader in our Meat and Seafood departments, the Seafoodmonger has a breadth of responsibilities spanning from product management and merchandising to sales and team member development. The Seafoodmonger is responsible for ensuring exceptional product quality and aesthetic presentation within our Meat and Seafood areas, with a primary focus on Seafood, while providing legendary service to our guests as they explore our beautifully kept marketplace. Our fast-paced environment requires this position to successfully prioritize a variety of tasks (product merchandising, administrative, supervisory, and guest service) throughout each workday.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'D DO

Provide outstanding customer service and readily communicate product information to increase sales, meet revenue goals, and best serve guests. Collaborate with the Meat/Seafood Team Leader and Assistant Team Leader to achieve sales, gross profit, labor and supply budgets for the Seafood Department. Function as a skilled seafood buyer and cutter. Plan and execute Seafood Department merchandising and display, maintaining high-quality standards in product management and presentation. Lead and readily participate in product promotions and focuses. Assist Meat/Seafood Team Leader in creating weekly team member work schedule. Lead by example and provide team members with clear expectations and timely feedback. Train team members and provide performance feedback, coaching and counseling. Prevent internal and external loss, conduct physical inventories, and practice inventory control. Successfully perform all duties of a Journeyperson Meat/Seafood Flexible Purpose Clerk.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum of three years of experience in the seafood industry required. Minimum of one year of supervisory experience preferred. Demonstrated success as a leader within a team environment. Delivers exceptional customer service and possesses strong interpersonal and oral communication skills. Demonstrates a high level of self-motivation and initiative, with strong problem-solving skills and proven success working in a diverse team environment. Possesses creative merchandising and display skills. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously, produce quality work within deadlines, and effectively manage time and workload. Possesses excellent organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates comprehensive seafood product knowledge and a history of training team members. Possesses knowledge of food safety, HACCP/Department of Health guidelines, inventory management, gross profit, and labor percentages. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of food, including ingredients, applications, pronunciations, and culinary skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive pay 20% team member discount Medical, dental, vision insurance (very low cost to team members) Health savings accounts (subject to qualified medical plans) Flexible spending arrangements (subject to qualified medical plans) Company-funded disability and life insurance Employee Assistance Program available to all team members Retirement plans available to all team members Generous paid time off benefits Sick/safe leave provided consistent with local and state requirements Reduced cost ORCA Card program for King County team members Education support Career development opportunities The specific programs and options available to any given team member are dependent upon eligibility factors such as position, date of hire, work location, and terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): It is the policy of Metropolitan Market, LLC that all employees and applicants be afforded equal opportunities in employment without regard to race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, age, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, sensory, mental, or physical disability, whether actual or perceived, or retaliation for engaging in an EEO protected activity. The Company prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any of these categories, or any other bases protected under applicable local, state, or federal law.