Dairy Clerk (Graveyard) — Sea Mart Quality Foods

Who We Are

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 Freshness Guardian: You are the protector of the "Cold-Chain" in our highest-velocity department, ensuring Sitka never walks into empty milk crates or expired goods.
• The Rear-Load Architect: You master the art of the dairy walk-in, replenishing the high-volume service wall from the rear to ensure seamless availability for our neighbors.
• A Precision Technician: You understand that in Dairy, detail is everything. You catch the small things, from leaking gallons to critical expiration dates.

What You Will Do (Entry Level 1 - Core Responsibilities)

• Execute Cold-Chain Stocking: Efficiently replenish the dairy wall and reach-in cases to ensure continuous availability of milk, butter, and eggs.
• Strict FIFO Rotation: Prioritize absolute food safety by rotating all dairy products based on expiration dates-never "filling from the front."
• Quality Monitoring: Proactively identify and cull damaged or expired perishable products to maintain the "health" of the department.
• Cooler Organization: Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization within the dairy walk-in stocking zone and specialty cheese displays.

Advanced Responsibilities (Specialist Level 2 & Lead Level 3)

Internal promotions to these levels are based on operational need and labor budgeting. Candidates with prior comparable experience may be identified for these tracks.

• Specialist (Level 2): Takes "Section Ownership" of SKU management; manages price integrity and audits shelf tags to ensure compliance with promotional schedules.
• Lead (Level 3): Serves as a senior technical resource; oversees the technical organization of the "Three Pillars" (Dairy, Frozen, Dry) during peak hours and mentors junior staff on food safety ethics.

Qualifications

• Experience: None required; we are a "Teaching Store." We value energy, punctuality, and an eye for detail.
• Age Requirement: 18+ Years Old (Required for operation of hazardous warehouse equipment).
• Skills: Ability to work independently during graveyard shifts and maintain a consistent freight pace.

Physical Requirements & Environment

• Cold Exposure: Ability to work in refrigerated environments (35°F to 45°F) for extended durations.
• Heavy Lifting: Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs (e.g., milk crates and bulk yogurt cases).
• Wet/Slippery Environments: Ability to maintain safety and balance in areas with high moisture or product condensation.

Pay Transparency

• Pay Range: $17.50 - $23.50 hourly. Starting rates vary by level, experience, and current operational needs.
• Overtime: This is an hourly position subject to Alaska's 8-hour daily overtime laws.

Disclaimer

Sea Mart Quality Foods is an equal opportunity employer. This job description provides a high-level overview of the Dairy Clerk roles and is not an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities.

To complete your application please provide two professional references. These references should be from individuals who can speak on your skills, experience, and work ethic. Please ensure that you have these references ready to provide upon request.