Assistant Deli Manager

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision, direction, coordination and evaluation of the cheese and/deli department operations.
• Determine variety and quantity of cheese and olive display products to be produced, according to orders and sales projections.
• Aid department manager and/or general manager with department merchandising and budget plan and department goals.
• Aid in planning product distribution to customers and negotiate with suppliers to arrange purchase and delivery of cheese and olive display products and supplies.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training and evaluating a productive team of associates through training, supervision, delegation and follow up.
• Become familiar with all products carried in the department, maintaining knowledge in the differences (in price, taste, preparation or use) between the many varieties and types of cheese and olive display items offered.
• Slice, weigh, package and label all deli and cheese selections for customers.
• Follow approved procedures for receiving product, dating, price marking and restocking cases to ensure quality protection, public image, accuracy and product rotation.
• Train and supervise associates on how to properly use all equipment in the department ensuring safety and compliance.
• Check and verify department merchandise received to ensure that all items listed on vendor invoices are delivered and meet quality standards.
• Review all new products with the Department Manager and/or General Manager.
• Order and maintain inventory control to ensure freshness, product quality and turnover for maximum sales and return-on-investment.
• Maintain good communications in the store and throughout the organization.
• Ensure favorable department image to customers by maintaining a clean, attractive and friendly department.
• Greet customers and provide them with prompt and courteous service and/or assistance, per our company customer service standards.
• Motivate associates to achieve company sales and customer service goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Six months related cheese/deli experience, required.
• Must have weekend availability.
• Food Management Certification, preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for 8 or more hour periods.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Accident
• Hospitalization
• Critical illness
• Cancer
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending
• Education reimbursement
• 401K match
• Employee discount
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Company paid LTD policy

Pay

This position is an hourly position that averages 45-50 hours per week. Annual equivalent is $45,000-$55,000 on hourly wage.