Food Distribution Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

About Us: Uwajimaya is more than just a grocery store — we’re a vibrant cultural destination with a rich history rooted in family, community, and food. Since 1928, we’ve grown into the Pacific Northwest’s premier Asian retailer, known for our wide selection, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to sharing the diverse traditions of Asian cultures. We take pride in creating a one-of-a-kind experience for customers and employees alike — one that’s centered around food, culture, and people.

Why Join Uwajimaya?

At Uwajimaya, we believe in nurturing growth — in our communities, our customers, and our team members. We foster an environment built on collaboration, curiosity, and care. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a workplace that values tradition, innovation, and connection.

Who We're Looking For
We’re looking for team members who are collaborative, thoughtful, and passionate about making a difference. Whether you’re serving customers, supporting operations, or leading a team, you bring a people-first mindset and a strong work ethic. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and believe in the power of inclusion, community, and connection — you’ll feel right at home here.

To thrive at Uwajimaya, you should embody our core competencies:

• Functional/Technical Skills: You possess the necessary functional and technical knowledge to perform your job at a high level.

• Customer Focus: You are dedicated to meeting customer expectations and requirements, using feedback for improvements, and building effective relationships based on trust and respect.

• Action Oriented: You enjoy working hard, are full of energy for challenging tasks, and seize opportunities with minimal planning.

• Peer Relationships: You can find common ground with peers, solve problems collaboratively, and are seen as a cooperative team player who encourages collaboration.

• Self-Development: You are committed to continuous self-improvement, adapt to different situations, and work to develop your strengths while addressing weaknesses.

We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and friendly work culture

• Competitive starting wages

• Paid holidays from day one

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

• A generous retirement plan

• Paid time off, long-term disability, and life insurance

• Employee discounts on food and gift items

• Supplemental insurance options

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Position Summary:

The Distribution Clerk at FSI receives incoming freight, maintains accurate inventory, effectively and efficiently picks and packs orders, loads and unloads merchandise, stocks and rotates inventory on a regular basis.

Position’s Key Responsibilities:

• Check incoming merchandise against purchase order and ensure accuracy of all orders. Check quantity received against bill of lading, check quality (damage of products), process bill of lading with matching purchase order.

• Unload and stock merchandise in the designated area of the warehouse.

• Stack and package products neatly and carefully to avoid damage to merchandise.

• Efficiently and accurately fill customers’ orders per pick slips.

• Load trucks according to scheduled route or onto freight carrier.

• Work with the warehouse crew in picking and stocking products in the cooler and freezer as well as the general warehouse area.

• Rotate new and old inventory, fill out stock items from back stock.

• Properly use equipment in a safe manner. Inspect equipment daily and weekly to ensure equipment are safe to use.

• Assure compliance to safety and security standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Starting Pay: $22.00/hr., Depending on Experience
Pay Range: $22.00 – $26.99/hr.

Uwajimaya participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Please review the E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster before proceeding with your application

IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish) (PDF, 322.73 KB)

E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) (PDF, 259.92 KB)

Uwajimaya is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous experience working in warehouse and distribution center.

• Certified in operating Forklift, rider jack and pallet jack preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft office and basic computer functionality.

• Knowledge of Asian products preferred.

• Excellent customer service

• Basic math skills

• Ability to multi-tasks and prioritize.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.