Central Market (Fort Worth) Seafood Sales Rep - Part time

Overview

Central Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, Texas in 1994 and has grown to multiple locations across the state. It offers a sumptuous selection of everything edible, sourcing directly to bring the finest food and drink to customers. With hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and aisles of experts, Central Market is a foodie’s wonderland. The company believes food unites families and communities, preserves cultures, and starts new traditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide good customer service.
• Organize, clean, and prepare the back area for incoming deliveries.
• Keep the sales floor uncluttered and free from spills.
• Stock and rotate items as needed.
• Reset products and maintain shelf conditions, ensuring integrity of shelf tags and signage.
• Check shipments for out‑of‑date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 0–2 years of experience.
• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment used (preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation (essential).
• Strong customer service skills.
• Passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.

Education, Licenses & Certifications

• Materials handling equipment certification.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must be able to manage loads in excess of 25 lb., up to 50 lb.
• Work environment may include extreme temperatures and requires adherence to safety and sanitation standards.