Delish Deli Manager - Annalong

Henderson Group; Annalong; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive pay

Employee assistance programme

Staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/

Job summary

Henderson Group is seeking a Delish Deli Manager for Eurospar Annalong. The role is a full-time, permanent position at 42.5 hours weekly, with a starting pay of £14.63 per hour plus benefits.

You will manage the deli team, ensure food safety, and deliver excellent customer service in a busy, customer-focused environment. The role involves coordinating duties, maintaining hygiene, and upholding Health & Safety standards across the department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a serviced food role.
• At least 6 months experience leading a team.
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide a first class service to customers at the deli counter.
• Allocate work duties to the Delish Deli team to maintain high quality service.
• Carry out food safety checks and ensure hygiene standards are met.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Delish Deli Manager, Eurospar Annalong, 35 Kilkeel Road, Annalong, Co Down, BT34 4TJ

Full-time permanent position available at 42.5 hours per week.

£14.63 per hour & benefits.You will work within the opening hours of the deli 6am to 5.30pm, Monday to Sunday, with a degree of flexibility required.

Who are we?

At Henderson Group, we are proud to be Northern Ireland's leading food service provider. Our group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Foodservice, Henderson Retail and Henderson Group Property. We employ over 5,500 staff and have been placed 3rd in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2022.

We're a family-owned team that cares about our people and the community in which we live. Our leaders care about employees and our employees succeed together and celebrate the success of others. We are interested in your aspirations, interests and skills and we strive to support and inspire you to do well.

A look into the role

Our Delish delis are a convenient place for our customers to stop for breakfast, lunch or great coffee on the go. We're looking for a special candidate who will lead our hard-working and friendly team, making it all happen - from preparing delicious food, first class customer service at the deli counter, or maintaining great hygiene standards by keeping the prep and service areas clean. You'll be supported by a team of brilliant people, and there are fantastic career development and progression opportunities.

As Delish Deli Manager you will:

• Provide a first class service to all of our customers.
• Allocate work duties to other members of the Delish Deli team to ensure all duties are covered and to maintain a high quality service at all times.
• Exercise and enforce constant watch over Health & Safety, Security, Discipline and Due Diligence.
• Carry out food safety control checks in all areas to ensure all standards are being maintained and recorded.
• Ensure stock is displayed in the correct position to attract sales, the correct price is displayed and waste recording procedure is being followed.
• Prepare and cook all food in line with company procedure and Health and Safety regulations.
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness in the Delish Deli Department (front and back) is maintained at all times.
• Be accountable for the enforcement of all legislative demands/standards of fire, health, hygiene and safety and these conditions are strictly adhered to.
• Undertake other duties as required for the role.

Skills for Success

• A passion for food...with a proven track record for delivering a fantastic customer experience in a similar role. You'll have at least 1 years' experience in a serviced food role, and you'll see your role as a profession, helping us to develop Delish Deli as a key destination for food on the go.
• You'll have at least 6 months' experience in leading a team.
• A positive attitude and a love for people...you'll inspire and motivate your team to be the best.
• Creative flair and an eye for detail, ensuring that excellent presentation and standards are maintained.
• Knowledge of Food Safety practices and procedures- you'll have minimum Level 2 qualification in Food Safety.
• Commercial Awareness, and ability to deliver on Key Performance Indicators such as sales, costs and profitability.

Applicants should note that based on the response, the company may increase the shortlisting criteria.

Are we right for you?

As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.

Ambition -

We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.

Customer First -

We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.

Teamwork -

We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.

Integrity -

We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.

The Reward

The impact you can make with Henderson Group goes far beyond your day to day. You will be part of a business supporting defibrillator installations and school sports days. You will have the balance necessary to enjoy your job and your life. We will help you to feel proud of what you do and achieve. And we will be here to celebrate your success.

Our business has been recognised externally for delivering excellence in employment. We value employee development and heavily invest in our people.

Benefits include attractive pay, employee assistance programme, staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores and many more.

Working hours

Full-time permanent position available at 42.5 hours per week. You will work within the opening hours of the deli 6am to 5.30pm Monday to Sunday, with a degree of flexibility required.

Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Sunday 30 August 2026.

Communication on the progress of your application will be made via email and the career site, therefore please check regular

We are an equal opportunities employer.