Seafood Clerk Jobs
Seafood Clerk jobs are open across grocery chains, wholesale clubs, specialty markets, and seafood counters, at every level from entry-level to department lead, with specializations in fresh fish preparation, shellfish handling, and inventory receiving. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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A Day in the Life:
We’re looking for a hardworking and customer-focused Meat/Seafood Department Clerk to join our team! In this role, you’ll assist with preparing, packaging, and displaying fresh meat and seafood products while ensuring top-notch quality and food safety standards. You’ll help keep the department clean, organized, and well-stocked, all while providing friendly, knowledgeable service to customers, whether it’s helping them find the perfect cut or offering cooking tips. If you’re detail-oriented, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and don’t mind getting your hands a little messy, this could be the perfect fit. Come be a part of a team that takes pride in freshness and flavor!
What you bring to the table:
- You take pride in the work you do, whether big or small.
- You agree that food is central to all our lives.
- Helping customers and fellow associates gives you energy.
- Smiling and making others smile is your favorite.
- You are eager, willing, and wanting to learn & grow.
- You believe that being a part of your community matters.
Why you will choose us:
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic people who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
- Competitive Wages
- Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values
- We put people first.
- We are customer driven.
- We value different perspectives.
- We raise the bar.
- We act as owners.
- We are one team.
- We build belonging.
- We are committed to a healthy future.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
A Day in the Life:
We’re looking for a hardworking and customer-focused Meat/Seafood Department Clerk to join our team! In this role, you’ll assist with preparing, packaging, and displaying fresh meat and seafood products while ensuring top-notch quality and food safety standards. You’ll help keep the department clean, organized, and well-stocked, all while providing friendly, knowledgeable service to customers, whether it’s helping them find the perfect cut or offering cooking tips. If you’re detail-oriented, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and don’t mind getting your hands a little messy, this could be the perfect fit. Come be a part of a team that takes pride in freshness and flavor!
What you bring to the table:
- You take pride in the work you do, whether big or small.
- You agree that food is central to all our lives.
- Helping customers and fellow associates gives you energy.
- Smiling and making others smile is your favorite.
- You are eager, willing, and wanting to learn & grow.
- You believe that being a part of your community matters.
Why you will choose us:
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic people who enjoy offering customers an exceptional shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture
- Competitive Wages
- Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Flexible work schedules
- Associate discounts
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
- Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Vacation / Paid Time Off
Our Values
- We put people first.
- We are customer driven.
- We value different perspectives.
- We raise the bar.
- We act as owners.
- We are one team.
- We build belonging.
- We are committed to a healthy future.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
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Who's Hiring
- Safeway30
- Albertsons30
- Acme Markets12
- Vons8
- Shaw's7
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in seafood clerk jobs.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred by most employers
- Food handler certification or ServSafe card required or expected within 30 days
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Basic knife skills and experience with filleting, scaling, or portioning seafood
- Knowledge of proper seafood storage temperatures and rotation procedures
- Strong customer service skills and ability to answer product and preparation questions
Tips for Your Seafood Clerk Job Search
Highlight food safety certifications upfront
Put ServSafe or any state food handler certification in your resume header or summary, not buried in a separate section. Hiring managers for seafood counter roles scan for compliance credentials before anything else, and missing that placement costs you interviews.
Tailor your resume to counter format
Describe your experience in terms of product rotation, case stocking, and customer-facing cutting or filleting, not just 'worked in grocery.' Specific tasks like deboning, scaling, or portioning whole fish tell a seafood department manager exactly what you can do on day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists seafood clerk openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your shift flexibility
Seafood departments often open early for delivery receiving and stay busy through weekend peaks. Filter for full-time versus part-time before you apply, and note in your cover letter which shifts you can reliably cover so managers don't screen you out over scheduling assumptions.
Prepare for a skills demonstration interview
Many seafood clerk interviews include a brief practical test: wrapping product, labeling with correct sell-by dates, or explaining how you'd handle a temperature deviation. Practice talking through your process out loud so you can describe it clearly if the manager asks without putting you behind a counter.
Negotiate schedule before accepting, not after
Once an offer is in hand, confirm your expected weekly hours, guaranteed minimums if any, and holiday expectations before you sign. Seafood departments are busiest around major holidays, and resolving scheduling terms at the offer stage avoids conflict once you're already on the floor.
Seafood Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most seafood clerks?
The most active employers for seafood clerks right now are Safeway, Albertsons, and Acme Markets, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Availability shifts frequently, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture of where demand is highest.
How many seafood clerk jobs are remote?
About 0% of seafood clerk openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most counter and preparation work. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are procurement coordination, inventory management, and vendor communication roles attached to larger seafood or grocery operations.
How do you become a seafood clerk?
Start by getting a food handler certification, which most employers require before or shortly after hire. Build basic knife and product-handling skills through cooking classes, volunteer work, or entry-level deli or meat department roles. Apply to grocery chains, wholesale clubs, and specialty seafood markets that post entry-level counter positions, and emphasize any customer service experience in your application.
Can you get hired as a seafood clerk with no experience?
Yes, many employers hire seafood clerks with no direct seafood experience as long as you have a food handler card and reliable customer service skills. Highlighting experience in any food service, deli, or grocery role strengthens your application. Some retailers offer on-the-job training for cutting and filleting, so showing eagerness to learn specific techniques matters as much as prior hands-on work.
What does the seafood clerk interview process look like?
Most seafood clerk interviews are one or two rounds and begin with a brief phone or in-person screening focused on availability, food safety awareness, and customer service examples. A department manager then conducts a face-to-face interview covering how you handle product spoilage, customer complaints, and busy periods. Some locations ask you to demonstrate basic wrapping or labeling before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to seafood clerk jobs?
You can find and apply to seafood clerk jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your location, availability, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New positions are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best shot at openings before they fill.
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