Meat Clerk — Sea Mart Quality Foods
About The Position
Sea Mart Quality Foods is more than a supermarket; we are a Sitka landmark. Located on an island community with only 14 miles of road, we serve as the primary gateway for our neighbors' daily needs. As a 24-hour independently owned and operated store, we embrace the "Spirit of Alaska" through a deep commitment to our community and a "first-and-last" touchpoint hospitality model. Our history is rooted in resilience, navigating the complexities of island logistics where every product represents a journey by barge. We pride ourselves on being the stabilizing force that keeps Sitka stocked, secure, and welcomed. You Will Be The Guardian of Quality: You are the ambassador of premium protein, ensuring that every item on our shelves meets the highest standards for freshness, safety, and visual appeal. The Technical Logistics Expert: You master the "front-of-house" operations, from professional meat-wrapping machinery to precision scale management and barcoding accuracy. The Hospitality Guide: You provide proactive "wayfinding" and expert product recommendations, helping our neighbors select the best cuts for their families.
Requirements
- Age Requirement: 18+ Years Old (Required for environmental safety in the meat processing room where hazardous equipment is used).
- Certifications: Ability to obtain a valid Alaska Food Workers Card within 30 days of employment.
- Cold Exposure: Ability to remain productive in refrigerated environments (35°F to 45°F) for the duration of a shift.
- Dynamic Mobility: Ability to stand for a 4–8 hour shift, lift up to 30 lbs, and navigate walk-in coolers and freezers.
- Visual Accuracy: Ability to read small text, expiration dates, barcodes, and digital screens with 100% precision.
- Sensory Awareness: Ability to visually distinguish quality markers (color/texture) and hear equipment safety alarms or overhead pages.
Responsibilities
- Case Merchandising: Maintain full, attractive self-service cases through frequent stocking and organized product arrangement.
- Meticulous Rotation: Execute "First-In-First-Out" (FIFO) protocols; cull items nearing expiration to guarantee peak freshness and Cold Chain integrity.
- Sterile Sanitation: Perform high-frequency cleaning of display glass, shelving, and high-touch surfaces to maintain a pristine storefront.
- Guest Wayfinding: Actively assist guests in locating specific cuts or products and offer general information on department offerings.
- Department Support: Assist in the labeling and pricing of pre-packaged goods and maintain the organization of the walk-in cooler and freezers, as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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