Deli Manager - Taber Food Store

South Country Co-op Limited; Taber; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deli Manager to lead their team in Taber, Alberta. This full-time role involves overseeing the Deli department's operations, ensuring excellent customer service, and driving financial results. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a passion for team development. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values community and integrity, making a significant impact on both the team and customers. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Eligibility for bonus

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in retail with supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in Deli management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Deli department operations and financial performance.
• Lead and mentor the Deli team to achieve sales and service goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service

Inventory Control

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Food Store Manager - South Country Co-op Taber

Job Description

South Country Co-op is currently hiring for the position of Deli Manager based out of our Taber Food Store in Taber, Alberta.

Are you a business-savy leader who is self-reliant, goal-oriented and able to set and adjust priorities and schedules? If so, this may be the opportunity for you!

South Country Co-op is currently seeking a collaborative, results-driven, and business-insightful individual to join our Taber Food Store as a Deli Manager. This full-time, permanent position will be based in Taber, Alberta, located within Southern Alberta. If you are customer-focused and possess effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on employee engagement, then we want to hear from you - Apply online today!

Who We Are

As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are, visit www.southcountryco-op.crs.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Food Store Manager, the Deli Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the Deli department including sales, gross margin, and expense control, developing and ensuring compliance with the budget, maintaining department standards, ordering and inventory control, human resources, asset protection, customer service, administrative duties, and department production and merchandising.

• Present a neat, clean, and well-merchandised department.
• Provide leadership and direction in developing and achieving financial results and budget objectives in the areas of sales, margins, expenses, and inventory.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes a strong culture of engagement within the department.
• Lead Talent Development and Performance Management for the Deli department team. Guide direct reports to set challenging and realistic goals for themselves on an annual basis, aligning with the Performance Management process.
• Provide leadership and direction to employees in accordance with company policies, procedures, programs, merchandising standards, and overall expectations.
• Ensure standards of the department’s presentation and operations are met, including cleanliness and sanitation, food safety and food handling standards, inventory control, rotation, ordering, and delivery of customer service.
• Recruit, onboard, orientate, and train Team Members.
• Maintain inventory controls, image, and fixed assets, and perform administrative responsibilities.
• Be a mentor and coach to team members and provide exemplary customer service to all our customers.
• Providing a high level of customer service
  
  

Who You Are

You have 3-5 years of related experience in a retail environment with 1 year of Supervisory or Leadership experience; preference will be given to those with Deli experience. You demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to work well within multi-generational teams. Applicants should be self-reliant, goal-oriented, and able to set and adjust priorities and schedules for themselves and their team.

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be capable of operating tools/equipment required for the preparation, merchandising, and sale of Deli products. Experience and knowledge of the Deli Department in a supermarket or delicatessen are an asset
• Ability to frequently lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures (freezer or cooler)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Outlook and Excel); able to adapt to new technology
• Able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment
• Action-oriented with a positive, energetic approach
• Demonstrate the Co-op values of excellence, community, integrity, and people in every aspect of their approach
• Managerial courage, evidenced by a strong ability to identify and address issues quickly and directly and provide specific and actionable feedback to others
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time, while lifting, bending, and stocking products.
  
  

Who You'll Work With

The Team: You will provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the Taber Deli team which includes Deli Supervisor and Deli Clerks. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration and driving results.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits packages.
• Eligibility for bonus.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
  
  

If this opportunity speaks to you and you believe you would be a good fit for this role, please apply now! We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail

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