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Seafood Processing Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

As a Meat & Seafood Department Lead , you'll help bring our mission to life by supporting the Meat ... processes. * Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager's absence.

As a Meat & Seafood Department Lead , you'll help bring our mission to life by supporting the Meat ... processes. * Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager's absence.

Meat, Seafood, Bakery, Deli, Grocery. What skills will you use? * You are detail-oriented and ... Process-driven with ability to follow procedures in an organized and efficient way. * Ability to ...

Junior Sous Chef

Nashville, TN

$48K - $65K/yr

... seafood items. In addition, you will train, mentor, and lead all line staff to meet service and ... Assisting with budgeting, invoice processing, and receiving supplies * Maintaining a clean kitchen ...

Meat Clerk Part Time

Hixson, TN

$11.50 - $14.25/hr

Job Summary Receives, rotates, wraps, and merchandises fresh and processed meats. Assists in merchandising seafood, rotisserie chickens, prepared foods, and cheeses. Provides assistance to Members by ...

Meat Clerk Part Time

Sevierville, TN

$11.75 - $14.50/hr

Job Summary Receives, rotates, wraps, and merchandises fresh and processed meats. Assists in merchandising seafood, rotisserie chickens, prepared foods, and cheeses. Provides assistance to Members by ...

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How much do seafood processing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for seafood processing in Tennessee is $16.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical working conditions like for a Seafood Processing job?

Seafood Processing roles usually involve working in refrigerated environments to keep seafood fresh and safe for consumption, which can mean standing for long periods in cool or wet areas. Most shifts are structured to ensure proper workflow, and teams often work closely together on assembly lines or at designated workstations. Protective gear, such as gloves and aprons, is provided to safeguard employees. While the work can be physically demanding, many facilities emphasize safety, regular breaks, and a supportive team atmosphere. If you’re comfortable working in these conditions and enjoy a steady-paced environment, you’ll likely find seafood processing to be a rewarding role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Seafood Processing position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Seafood Processing, candidates need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic food safety knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with processing equipment, weighing scales, and food handling certifications such as HACCP are commonly expected. Strong teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently in cold or wet environments are key soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure safe, high-quality products and to maintain productivity in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting.

What is a Seafood Processing job?

A seafood processing job involves cleaning, cutting, packaging, and preserving seafood products for distribution. Workers may operate machinery, remove bones and shells, or sort seafood by size and quality. The role often requires standing for long hours in cold environments. It is a crucial part of the seafood industry to ensure fresh, high-quality products reach consumers.

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Seafood Processing jobs? Cities in Tennessee with the most Seafood Processing job openings:
Infographic showing various Seafood Processing job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,773 per year, or $16.2 per hour.
Assistant Meat/Seafood Manager

Assistant Meat/Seafood Manager

Sprouts Farmers Market

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Sprouts Farmers Market rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 816 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 121 rated grocery stores


Job description

Job Introduction

Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge of meat and seafood with others while helping to teach and develop a team? Do you enjoy working in an environment that requires precision and expertise? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley - then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as an Assistant Meat Manager.

Overview of Responsibilities

As the Assistant Meat & Seafood Manager - you have a role in helping customers make healthy food choices by providing excellent customer service through managing and leading one of the busiest teams in our store

  • Assist the Meat & Seafood Manager in managing and merchandising the department for maximum productivity and profit
  • Responsible for ordering and inventory controls, product quality, and supervision of the Meat & Seafood team.
  • Effectively coordinate production, merchandising, and sales through ongoing planning, direction, goal setting, communication, and teamwork.
  • Assist in leading a team that brainstorms to deliver the finest quality of product, highest level of service, and the greatest experience your customers will receive
  • Assist in hiring, teaching, training, developing the Meat & Seafood team
  • Knowledge of weekly ad items and assists with inventory and ordering; enforcing and following department practices regarding the receiving, stocking and unloading of product to ensure freshness and quality and is able to perform and follow our "Clean as You Go" and "Fresh at 4" Programs.
  • Unload and sort through store deliveries, operate, and maintain meat & seafood equipment
  • Ensure the execution of all company health, safety, and sanitation guidelines/regulations, and validate that other Meat & Seafood team members are also aware of, and following, these procedures.
  • If you're someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, then we want to hear from you!
Qualifications

To be an Assistant Meat Manager at Sprouts Farmers Market you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and have a basic knowledge of math, weights and measures. Must have a minimum of 2 years professional experience, proven leadership experience, and 2-3 years of grocery retail experience in Meat department processes and procedures is highly preferred.
  • Be dependable and reliable and perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Have and show an outgoing and friendly behavior; a positive attitude and the ability to interact with our customers.
  • Have the ability to work a flexible schedule that changes as the business changes including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Have good communication skills; and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment
  • Perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).
  • Adhere to all safety, health, and Weights and Measures regulations, and Company recipes.
  • Must be capable of standing for up to 4 hour continuously, and a total of 8 hours per shift is a must; will walk up to 2 miles per 8 hours.
  • Be able to work inside a temperature controlled area., and perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).
  • Possess good vision is required for using sharp knives, band saw, grinder, sausage maker, box cutter, wrapping machine and tenderizer.
  • Be able to lift/carry products horizontally/vertically between 25 to 90 lbs., from 4" to 60", a distance up to 10 feet for 20 hours.
  • Be able to use a pallet jack to move pallets horizontally up to 500 lbs., requiring a force of up to 85 lbs., a distance up to 100 feet for up to 5 hours.
  • Be able to horizontally move racks of products weighing up to 70 lbs., requiring a force up to 25 lbs., for a distance up to 50 feet for up to 10 hours.
  • Be able to move tables weighing up to 70 lbs., requiring a force greater than 35 lbs., a distance up to 2 feet for up to 1 hour.
Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

  • Competitive pay
  • Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
  • Vacation accrual plan
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
  • Flexible schedules
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:

  • Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
  • Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
  • Health Savings Account with company match
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Company paid short-term disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
  • Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible employee, you'll be able to transfer the money you've already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don't have to wait for payday to access the money you've already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you've made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

 You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.

Why Sprouts

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer's market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

At Sprouts, we're committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture.Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth. Every team member is welcome to join one or more of our five groups:

  • Inspiring Women at Sprouts
  • Rainbow Alliance at Sprouts
  • Sabor at Sprouts
  • Soul at Sprouts
  • Honored to Serve at Sprouts

Together, these groups celebrate diversity and empower our team to thrive.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts' management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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