Seafood Associate (Full Time, Closing Shifts)

A

Adams Fairacre Farms, Inc.

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Town of Poughkeepsie, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Seafood Associate is responsible for providing knowledgeable customer service, preparing and packaging seafood, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe department. They must also monitor product quality, rotate stock, and assist with various departmental tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

You have knowledge or a strong willingness to learn about seafood products to assist customers effectively. You are able to handle tasks such as cutting, cleaning, weighing, and packaging seafood while maintaining high standards of freshness, quality, and department cleanliness. You should also be comfortable working in cold temperatures and using knives and other equipment safely.

Must Have Skills for ATS

knives

Job Description

Who we are at Adams

At Adams, we prioritize creating a warm and welcoming environment for both our customers and team members. We believe exceptional customer service goes beyond meeting needs—it’s about treating everyone with genuine respect, kindness, and appreciation. Each team member is expected to greet customers personally, serve them with friendly, polite, and knowledgeable assistance, and always put customer needs above other tasks. Additionally, we value a workplace where employees treat each other with the same courtesy and respect as our customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that reflects our commitment to service excellence.

What we’re looking for

Adams employees are expected to provide friendly service to our valuable customers, ensuring that each experience reflects the commitment to providing quality products that Adams is known for. For the Seafood Associate this means, providing knowledgeable and courteous service, ensuring seafood is fresh, properly handled, well-displayed & maintaining a clean, organized department that meets all safety & quality standards.

Schedule

11:30am - 8:00pm Shifts 

Saturday or Sunday required as part of your weekly schedule

Your Day-to-Day 

  • Provide friendly, knowledgeable service & assist customers with seafood selections and cooking advice
  • Learn & share product details, including sourcing, preparation methods, & ingredients in prepared items
  • Cut, clean, weigh, and package seafood according to customer specifications
  • Stock, rotate, and label products to ensure freshness and accurate presentation
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in all areas, including cases, counters, and prep stations
  • Monitor quality by checking dates, packaging, and overall product appearance
  • If assigned, assist with cooking, self-serve case setup, receiving deliveries, or training new associates

What you bring to the Farm

  • Knowledge or willingness to learn the different seafood products to better help all customers
  • Ability to demonstrate and set the example for Adams’ culture and values
  • Provide a helpful and welcoming environment for customers you may serve
  • Willingness to work collaboratively and communicate with a team of co-workers and managers
  • Exhibit enthusiasm, positivity and/or knowledge about Adams’ products and quality 

Working Conditions

  • Must be 18 years old
  • Consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 60 pounds
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for duration of shift
  • Occasionally ascend/descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers for duration of shift
  • Communicate with others to exchange information
  • Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks including in tight and confined spaces
  • Work in cold temperatures for most of your shift
  • Safely use knives and other necessary equipment to successfully operate the seafood department

Perks of the Job

At Adams, we believe in recognizing and rewarding excellent work with competitive compensation and meaningful benefits. In addition to quality compensation, at Adams you can expect generous medical, dental and vision coverage (for applicable roles), voluntary benefits like pet insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, flexible pay schedules with DailyPay, and best of all, our generous Employee Discount.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions – including skill sets, experience, training, certifications and other business needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $18.00 - $23.40. At Adams, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment that helps our team members thrive—both professionally and personally.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. It is understood that these responsibilities are subject to the needs of the business and therefore Adams retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. 

A

Adams Fairacre Farms, Inc.

Adams Fairacre Farms is a family-owned business based on family values and traditions. Our stores are located in Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh and Wappinger with a new store now underway in the Middletown/Wallkill area on Route 211. Adams celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2019 and supports 100's of local farmers and vendors as well as 1,350 employees. Adams is passionate about their customers and continues to be a leader in Hudson Valley retail.
Runway Icon
Boost Your Interview Chances

With Runway

See Your Fit for This Role

1-5 min

Your Score

?

Top Applicants

90%

Your Job Search Advantage

Key Gaps & Next Steps:

Address these in your resume & Interview

Top Strengths For This Role

Highlight these in your cover letter & interview

Your Interview Guide

A Personalized Interview Strategy

Freshest Opportunities

Never Miss a Good Fit

Get notified when jobs mach your criteria