Deli Manager: Lead Fresh Food & Team Excellence

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

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.