Deli Manager - Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• When a guest enters my area or department, my first and most important responsibility becomes to acknowledge, greet, and engage that guest.
• Assist in interviewing, training, scheduling, performance and productivity of all department team members.
• Aids in communication of information distribution to entire department.
• Maintain positive atmosphere, spirit and morale within the department.
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills by managing time and delegation.
• Support and execute division concepts and programs.
• Contribute in executing and meeting financial goals.
• Ensure quality and consistent product availability and solutions to our guests.
• Aid in safeguarding, controlling and monitoring all department assets, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented for control of assets.
• Practice safe work habits; maintain a high level of store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same.
• Affirm department systems and processes are utilized consistently and correctly.
• Collaborate with Department Manager for meetings with the department leadership team to effectively plan production and promotion goals.
• Aid in the coaching and development of team members as necessary in accordance with policies and procedures with support from Department Manager and Talent Management.
• Aid in coordinating the books and manuals to ensure they are kept updated.
• Aid in coordinating inventory process and reporting.
• Ensure that Food Safety Procedures are adhered to.
• Demonstrate good conflict management skills.
• Perform other duties as requested or required by upper management.

Key Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary, Restaurant or Hospitality degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year in restaurant experience.
• Ability to work and communicate with all levels of management and subordinates in a professional manner.
• Ability to self-motivate, problem-solve and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 4 hours).
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. and push and pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work within a freezer and / or fridge for up to 15 minutes.
• Must be able to perform all other physical aspects of the position including but not limited to bending, squatting, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking.
• Must possess technical skills to perform basic math and computer tasks (Word, Excel, and Email).
• Ability to work at fast-paced, but efficient and controlled manner.
• Maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Ability to work various hours/shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits and attitude.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.