Deli Manager

Excel Recruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Recruitment is seeking a Deli Manager for a busy Co. Limerick convenience store. Lead deli operations, ensure top-quality food and presentation, and drive customer satisfaction while managing a high-performing team.

You will supervise and develop staff, control stock, waste, and margins, and ensure HACCP compliance. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills and a passion for fresh food in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a deli management or supervisory role within a supermarket, forecourt, or convenience store.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures.
• Proven track record in delivering strong sales and margin results.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the deli department, ensuring excellent food quality and presentation.
• Supervise, train, and motivate staff to provide exceptional customer service and maintain strong teamwork.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, waste, and margin control to meet profit targets.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations.
• Develop and implement seasonal menus and meal deals to drive sales and increase customer engagement.
• Monitor daily sales performance and identify opportunities to increase revenue.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and product availability throughout the deli.
• Ensure excellent communication and collaboration with store management and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team supervision

Food safety

Deli operations

Food presentation

Job description

Deli Manager (LDELILMRK) Limerick, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR35000 - EUR40000 per annum

Deli Manager – Convenience Store - Co. Limerick

Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Deli Manager for our client’s busy convenience store in Co. Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic deli professional to join a thriving retail business and lead a high-performing team in delivering top-quality food and service.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the deli department, ensuring excellent food quality and presentation
• Supervise, train, and motivate staff to provide exceptional customer service and maintain strong teamwork
• Manage stock levels, ordering, waste, and margin control to meet profit targets
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
• Develop and implement seasonal menus and meal deals to drive sales and increase customer engagement
• Monitor daily sales performance and identify opportunities to increase revenue
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and product availability throughout the deli
• Ensure excellent communication and collaboration with store management and other departments

Requirements:

• Experience in a deli management or supervisory role within a supermarket, forecourt, or convenience store
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures
• Proven track record in delivering strong sales and margin results
• Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills
• Passion for fresh food and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and early mornings