FT Deli Service Associate

About the role

Hannaford Supermarkets, founded in 1883 as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine, emphasizes local foods, sustainable seafood, and strong community ties. The Deli Associate will perform duties related to the deli service counter to ensure department appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety are consistently maintained at the highest level while supporting the Hannaford Strategy and building customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with locating and selecting products.
• Deliver outstanding, friendly customer service and offer solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations.
• Slice, cut, prepare, weigh, and package products according to established standards and quality goals.
• Adhere to highest product quality standards to support department strategy.
• Achieve productivity standards as outlined in Management Planning.
• Develop product knowledge in various areas of the department.
• Perform all assigned cleaning functions in accordance with company policy.
• Assist in training other associates and perform other functions as assigned.

Qualifications

• Deli, restaurant, or food service experience helpful but not required.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 15 lb. frequently and up to 40 lb. occasionally.
• Reach to shoulder lifting 20 lb. frequently and overhead occasionally.
• Push/pull 3‑15 lb. frequently and up to 40 lb. occasionally.
• Perform repetitive grasping, hand and arm motions while standing/walking the majority of the shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level.
• Use hands to operate controls, feel objects, and use tools to open boxes/cases or to prepare and clean produce.
• Handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.
• Tolerate working in hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time.

Pay

Salary range is between $17.60 – $26.20 hourly.