Deli Specialist

About the role

The Fresh Market’s mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for guests by creating a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a team member who strives for excellence and brings positive energy, commitment, and a “can‑do” attitude to work each day, valuing teamwork and celebrating successes together.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all deli products meet freshness and quality standards, including proper rotation and dating.
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• Coordinate with department leadership on ordering and replenishment of deli items.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and freshness, ensuring proper receiving and storage procedures.
• Play a key role in compliance during key item transitions and promotional events.
• Follow all TFM policies, food safety requirements, and sanitation procedures.
• Engage guests with a friendly, helpful approach when on the sales floor.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational skills, ability to multitask, and work at a fast pace.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail, culinary, and/or grocery experience.
• Experience with electronic shelf label systems, inventory management technology, or AI‑enabled retail tools.

Physical and work conditions:

• Repetitive hand/arm movements, grasping, bending, reaching; ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lb by oneself.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Ability to use tools and equipment: knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Required to spend long periods on feet; stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours or as required by law.
• Required to wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Team member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access (access up to 50% (max $500) of earned wages on‑demand per pay period).
• 401(k) contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans available.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and many more.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $18.48 – $19.71 per hour.

Schedule

This position requires the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.