Deli Lead Full Time

Job Summary

The Deli Lead is responsible for overseeing deli operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, maintaining product quality and freshness, and optimizing inventory management. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards, proper product handling, and merchandising execution to drive operational excellence.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Lead Deli Department Operations: Maintain and execute deli operational standards, ensuring efficient production and high-quality prepared foods.

• Manage Inventory Proactively: Ensure proper product availability by monitoring inventory levels and executing timely replenishment to maintain in-stock conditions.

• Demonstrates Full Proficiency: Execute operational functions of the department, including the ability to slice, prepare, and merchandise deli products to company standards.

• Accurate Item Labeling: Ensure all items are accurately priced, labeled, and in compliance with company policies.

• Analyze Production and Sales: Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.

• Sanitation and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including cold chain procedures and ServSafe guidelines, while maintaining the cleanliness and proper functioning of deli equipment such as slicers, ovens, and refrigeration units.

• Report Operational Concerns: Escalate operational concerns, such as equipment malfunctions, stock shortages, or food safety risks, to management as necessary.

• Execute proper product rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality.

• Conduct quality and date checks: Regularly inspect products for expiration dates and condition, removing any damaged or outdated items to uphold food safety standards.

• Seasonal Promotion Execution: Execute seasonal promotions, merchandising initiatives, and special event product displays in alignment with company guidelines.

• Support Club Initiatives: Support club-wide initiatives, including inventory audits, shrink control, and performance tracking.

• Routine Case Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of deli cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure optimal conditions and compliance with food safety standards.

• Receiving and Inspection: Assist with receiving and inspecting produce shipments to verify accuracy.

• Inventory Audit Support: Support inventory audits and reconciliation efforts to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records.

• Product Quality Assurance: Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks to uphold company standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned: Provide additional support across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in deli operations, food handling, or grocery retail.

• Strong knowledge of deli preparation processes, food safety guidelines, and sanitation requirements.

• Ability to analyze data and identify process improvements to optimize efficiency.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking skills.

• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email).

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Maintain all training and required certifications.