Seafood Manager - Balducci's, McLean

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Seafood Department with a focus on customer service, freshness, and department readiness
• Provide friendly, courteous, and helpful service and respond to customer requests and special orders
• Cook up training, scheduling, and task assignment for seafood clerks to support department coverage
• Execute merchandising programs, displays, and pricing according to company guidelines
• Prepare seafood items including cutting, weighing, wrapping, labeling, and stocking displays
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, including cases, prep areas, and equipment
• Monitor product freshness and remove unsellable or expired items
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, and receiving shipments to maintain in-stock conditions
• Track and log required temperature checks for coolers and freezers
• Maintain department signage and communication updates
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety requirements, and operational standards

Soft Skills

• Strong customer-service focus with a positive team presence
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organization and time management abilities
• Ability to follow processes and maintain consistency in daily work

Skill Areas

• Seafood handling, preparation, and merchandising execution
• Inventory management, ordering, and stock rotation
• Scheduling, task coordination, and team support
• Food safety, sanitation, and compliance practices
• Knowledge of seafood product handling, storage, and freshness standards
• Merchandising and display techniques
• Store systems, scales, and labeling tools

Abilities

• Ability to review inventory levels and product movement
• Ability to train, coach, and support associate development
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle product and equipment
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and maintain cleanliness standards

Travel Requirements

None

Other Requirements

• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable attendance
• Compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct

Benefits

We also provide a variety of benefits including competitive wages paid weekly, associate discounts, health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!), time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).