Deli Manager
Houchens Food Group · Laurel, MS · 1 wk ago
On-siteManufacturingFull-time
About the Role
Responsible for the profitability of the deli operation within company policy, working alongside the Store Manager. This role combines food preparation and food service duties.
Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare food for customers.
- Place and verify orders to ensure accuracy.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen to prevent safety hazards.
- Train and educate deli clerks on food preparation techniques.
- Shop for food items for steam tables and cases.
- Inventory all kitchen items and ensure proper storage.
- Follow supervisor instructions and perform additional duties as requested.
- Prepare fresh product pulls and restock as needed.
- Ensure employees begin their daily tasks on time.
- Create work schedules and handle all related paperwork and inventory.
- Monitor labor, gross profit, and supply costs daily to ensure profitability.
- Oversee merchandise departments for sales and gross profit.
- Verify pricing, tags, and signage for accuracy.
- Work toward maintaining a full, fresh, and clean department.
- Ensure all products are of the highest quality and presented appealingly.
- Organize food items and utensils for efficiency.
- Act as a team member and maintain a neat, clean, and organized department.
- Train new employees and provide ongoing support.
- Deliver friendly, courteous, and prompt customer service.
- Greet, assist, and respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.