Seafood Lead - Earth Fare Knoxville

Earth Fare Team Members At Earth Fare Our Team Members ensure that our customers’ visit to our store is fulfilling, having had all their questions answered and their shopping needs met. We hope that each customer leaves with a sense of having experienced community, knowing that we are excited to see them again soon. Earth Fare’s Mission is helping people live healthy lives. Our Team Members guide our customers to select not only healthy food they can trust, but products for wellbeing and the household that are held to the same high standards as all of the food on our shelves. Seafood Lead Contributions Customer Service: Greet customers warmly, assists customers in selecting the best seafood selections, providing recommendations and answering questions Product Safety: Follows safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure seafood is handled and stored properly Inventory and Stock: Set and maintain seafood case and display. Follows first-in, first-out (FIFO) principles to ensure older stock is sold first, reducing waste Packaging Skills: Packages food items neatly and securely, maintaining product quality and presentation Product Knowledge: Understands different seafood offerings, providing knowledgeable advice to customers Orderliness: Maintains cleanliness, sanitation, and overall organization of the department including all fixtures, storage, work stations, freezers, and coolers Team Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth store operations and provide support as needed Team Work and Cross Training: Participate in cross training to gain knowledge and skills in multiple departments within the grocery store, such as produce, bakery, and customer service. Assist in other departments as needed, ensuring seamless store operations and consistent customer service. Adapt to varying roles and responsibilities, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to support team members across different areas of the store Required Knowledge and Experience Experience working in a retail and/or customer service-oriented environment preferred. Knowledge of seafood products preferred Skills: Strong communication, basic math skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Environmental Conditions Works in a fast-paced environment Works in a customer service oriented setting Physical Demands Lifting: Up to 50 pounds frequently; up to 75 pounds occasionally (e.g., large cuts of meat, heavy boxes of stock) Reaching: Frequent reaching in all directions (e.g., handling meat products, moving large boxes) Standing: Long periods, often in one spot (e.g., cutting meat, overseeing inventory) Pulling/Pushing: Significant; frequent pushing/pulling of heavy carts or pallet jacks (e.g., transporting heavy stock, moving equipment) Must be able to stand and be on one's feet during the workday Why Work for Earth Fare? Great Benefits Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for full-time employees 401k and Retirement Planning Paid Time Off 20% Store Discount and discounted hot bar and salad bar Flexible Scheduling Supportive Working Environment Our Team Members and Leadership work together to co-create a working environment where each person’s unique traits and talents are valued. We believe that every person’s role is important and that clear communication and respect for one another are paramount to shaping our experience at work each day. Opportunities for Growth Empowering and developing our Team Members is integral to our company values. We ensure that each person has the support, tools, and knowledge to master their current roles. We encourage our Team Members to express interest in learning new skills and pursuing opportunities for advancement. Community Relationships We encourage our Team Members to cultivate community relationships that will positively impact our neighbors, partners, and the environment. We do this through a conscious effort to partner with outside organizations and host supportive community events.