Deli Manager/Chargehand

SuperValu; Abbeyleix; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A grocery store chain is seeking a Deli Department Manager to ensure efficient operations and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have expertise in food safety, sales targets, and experience in fresh food management. Responsibilities include driving sales, training staff, and maintaining high-quality standards in the deli department. Passion for the food industry and strong leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable.
• Fully trained in HACCP and food safety.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently.
• Drive sales and margin across all key areas of the deli.
• Train all new employees.

Skills

Experience in Supervisor/Manager role

In-depth experience in fresh food

Experience in achieving sales targets

Experience in profit and margins

HACCP and food safety knowledge

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Numerical skills

Customer-focused management

Ability to inspire and motivate

Job description

Main purpose of the role:
Ensure the Deli Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times and provides our customers with excellent quality products and services.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• 2 years of experience in a Supervisor/Manager role is desirable
• 1 year of experience in a role with in-depth experience in fresh food is desirable
• Experience in successfully achieving sales targets and KPIs
• Experience in gross profit and margins is essential
• Fully trained in HACCP and food safety, and has experience in meeting the HACCP and food safety requirements
• Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food department
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Numerical skills
• Ability to roster and adhere to budgets
• Have a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offering
• Customer-focused manager who can build a quality and loyal customer base
• The ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development

Main duties:

• Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative
• Prepare the presentation and layout of the deli serve over
• Drive sales and margin across all key areas of the deli
• Responsible for KPIs such as sales, margin, waste management, pricing and promotional displays
• Implement planograms correctly
• Minimise waste and shrink in the department
• Bring new ideas to the department on fresh food innovation through regular research and benchmarking against competitors
• Demonstrate your passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and personal recommendations with shoppers
• Train all new employees to the deli
• Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy
• Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working