Nixtamalero PT

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At Vallarta Supermarkets,we’remore than just a grocery store,we’rea vibrant part of the communities we serve.

We’reseekingfriendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. Ifyou’repassionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile,we’dlove to meet you!

The Nixtamalerois responsible for producing corn and flour tortilla products from start to finish using traditional methods while maintaining

Vallarta’shigh standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. This role also supports the department by stocking, rotating, and merchandising products, ensuring freshness and presentation, and providing extraordinary customer service.

Customer Service:
Smile, greet, andassistcustomers with tortilla orders, ensuring friendly and professional service.

Production:
Prepare masa, cook and grind nixtamal, fry tortilla products, and follow company recipes for consistency in quality and weight.

Sanitation:
Cleannixtamalcooking tanks, equipment, and work areas using "clean as you go" principles.

Stocking & Merchandising:
Rotate, replenish, and display tortilla products attractively, ensuring freshness andaccuratesignage.

Operations:
Package flour and corn tortillas, transport products to/from storage, and follow schematics provided by the manager.

Safety & Compliance:
Follow health code regulations, food safety practices, and Vallarta’sTortillería

Safety Program; report unsafe conditions or equipment immediately.

Teamwork:

Assist coworkers, supporttrainingand apprenticeship of new employees, andmaintainopen communication with the Tortillería

Manager.

Other Duties:
Performadditionaltasks as directed to support department operations and customer satisfaction.

Stand and walk forlong periods(6–8 hours/day).

Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent hand use for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (dry corn,maseca).

Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs.; longest distance: 10 feet.

Work near cooking equipment, fryers, and tortilla machinery.

Exposure todust, gas, fumes, heat,and humidity.

May berequiredto perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items).

Mayoperateforklifts, carts, or other moving equipment.

Ability to learn tortilla production from dry corn through finished product.

Familiarity with professionaltortilleríaequipment, tools, and ovens (or willingness to learn).

Responsible, professional, and positive attitude.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Basic understanding of English language.

Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Exposure to perishable products, cooking equipment, and changing conditions.

Team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

We offer positions to match your lifestyle and career goals. Whether you’reseekingpart-time or full-time, Vallarta Supermarkets provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace with?real opportunities for growth.