SPAR Bluebell Way - Deli Supervisor

James-Hall-; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

James-Hall- in Preston is seeking a Deli Supervisor to lead our deli team, oversee product preparation and presentation, and drive high standards of food safety and customer service. You will guide daily operations, maintain stock, and ensure cleanliness and compliance across the counter areas.

The role focuses on hands-on leadership, team motivation, and delivering great food and service in a bustling retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service mindset and people skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the deli team on a daily basis.
• Providing excellent customer service and encouraging the team to do the same.
• Preparing, baking, and presenting our tasty range of deli products.
• Managing stock levels, rotation, and ordering where required.
• Leading by example in maintaining food safety, allergen awareness, labelling, and audits.
• Ensuring counters and displays are fully stocked and attractively presented.
• Keeping equipment and work areas clean, safe, and sanitised at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Food safety

Communication

Time management

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Hours of work: 39 hours per week

About the Role

As a Deli Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in leading our deli team to deliver great service and great food to our customers. You’ll oversee the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of freshly made products, from ready-to-go items to delicious made-to-order options. With your leadership, you’ll ensure the team works together to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation, while creating a welcoming and friendly environment for customers.

Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing

Your role will be varied, hands-on, and people-focused, including:

• Supervising and supporting the deli team on a daily basis
• Providing excellent customer service and encouraging the team to do the same
• Preparing, baking, and presenting our tasty range of deli products
• Managing stock levels, rotation, and ordering where required
• Leading by example in maintaining food safety, allergen awareness, labelling, and audits
• Ensuring counters and displays are fully stocked and attractively presented
• Keeping equipment and work areas clean, safe, and sanitised at all times

A Few Things About You

We’re looking for someone with leadership potential who is enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about great food and service. Ideally, you will also be:

• Friendly and approachable, with strong communication skills
• A natural leader who can motivate and support a team
• Hardworking and dependable, with great attention to detail
• Flexible and able to adapt in a busy environment
• Experienced in food service or retail, with knowledge of food safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene would be an advantage, but training can be provided)