Assistant Deli Manager

About the role

As the Assistant Deli Manager, you will help customers make healthy food choices by providing excellent customer service while managing and leading one of the busiest teams in our store. You’ll assist the Deli Manager in overseeing department operations to maximize productivity and profit, including ordering, inventory control, product quality, and team supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and merchandising the deli department for maximum productivity and profit
• Handle ordering and inventory controls, ensuring product quality
• Supervise and lead the Deli team, coordinating production, merchandising, and sales through planning, direction, goal setting, communication, and teamwork
• Assist in hiring, teaching, training, and developing the Deli team
• Unload and sort store deliveries, operate and maintain deli equipment
• Ensure execution of all company health, safety, and sanitation guidelines; validate team compliance with these procedures
• Brainstorm with the team to deliver the finest quality of product, highest level of service, and the greatest customer experience
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age with a preferred 2 years of supervisory experience and strong knowledge of deli or related food service
• Dependable and reliable with the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to take and give direction in a team environment
• Outgoing and friendly behavior with a positive attitude; ability to interact with customers, take special orders, and answer phones
• Proven leadership ability to build, motivate, and maintain staff
• Working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, weekly sales numbers, and financial goals
• Strong focus on detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Food Safety certification; ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, store safety, employee safety, refrigeration, and sanitation
• Strong organization and planning skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to lift and carry product weighing up to 70 lbs., from 4” to 60”, for a distance up to 20 feet without mechanical assistance for up to 4 hours
• Ability to stand for up to 4 hours continuously, for a total of 8 hours per shift
• Operate a slicer, wrapping, and cooking equipment; assist in maintaining all equipment in safe working condition

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $29.15 per hour. Pay is determined based on applicable experience and qualifications of the applicant.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan to support you or your immediate family’s health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member on all purchases 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 with prizes, food, and fun
• Eligibility for additional benefits may apply, including:
  • 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
• DailyPay: Access your earned wages before payday at no extra cost

Why join us

At Sprouts Farmers Market, we focus on inspiring people and delivering fresh, high-quality food in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting. We’re a rapidly growing company committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture. Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth, celebrating diversity and empowering our team to thrive.