Deli & Fresh Food Manager: Lead a High Impact Team

Blue Forge Recruitment; Leinster; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Staff discount

VHI scheme

Early start shifts

Job summary

Retail Deli Manager Co. Westmeath is a well-regarded retail brand seeking an experienced Catering/Deli Manager to lead the deli and fresh foods team, ensure top quality, manage stock, waste and profitability, and uphold food safety standards.

The role manages about 10 staff, works 43 hours per week, with a salary of €40,000–€45,000, pension, staff discount and VHI. Starts early mornings 5:30–6:00am and midday shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in deli/fresh food/retail management.
• Proven team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of P&L and cost control.
• Experience with stock management, waste reduction and supplier coordination.
• Knowledge of food safety and allergen management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Commercial mindset to increase sales and profitability.
• Hands-on approach with focus on customer service.
• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the deli department, ensuring high standards of food quality, freshness, presentation and customer service.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of approximately 10 team members, managing rotas, training, performance and daily task allocation.
• Take responsibility for departmental sales, profit and loss (P&L), monitoring performance against targets and identifying opportunities to improve profitability.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, deliveries and supplier relationships to ensure product availability and minimise waste.
• Monitor departmental costs, including labour, stock loss and wastage, implementing effective controls to maximise profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, health and safety regulations, allergen management and company procedures.
• Maintain excellent merchandising and product presentation standards, ensuring the deli counter is well-stocked and appealing to customers.
• Monitor sales trends and customer demand to optimise product availability and maximise sales opportunities.
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally, ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Work closely with senior management to achieve departmental targets and maintain consistent operational standards.

Skills

Team leadership

P&L management

Stock management

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Job description

Retail Deli Manager Co. Westmeath is a well-regarded retail brand seeking an experienced Catering/Deli Manager to lead the deli and fresh foods team, ensure top quality, manage stock, waste and profitability, and uphold food safety standards.

The role manages about 10 staff, works 43 hours per week, with a salary of €40,000–€45,000, pension, staff discount and VHI. Starts early mornings 5:30–6:00am and midday shifts.