Deli Supervisor - Kavanaghs SuperValu Barna H91F8XT

Supervalu; Galway; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavanaghs SuperValu Barna in Galway is seeking an Experienced Deli Supervisor to lead daily operations, ensure quality fresh food, and deliver excellent customer service. The role requires hands-on leadership, HACCP compliance, and a proactive approach to waste reduction and menu innovation.

You will manage rostering, budgets, and staff development, inspire a loyal customer base, and implement planograms for the deli counter in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year fresh food supervisory experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a role with strong exposure to fresh food.
• Fully trained in HACCP and food safety.
• Experience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Numerical skills; able to roster and adhere to budgets.

Responsibilities

• Live the SuperValu brand values: Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative.
• Prepare the presentation and layout of the deli serve over.
• Implement planograms correctly.
• Minimise waste and shrink in the department.
• Bring new ideas to the department on fresh food innovation through benchmarking against competitors.
• Demonstrate passion for quality food by sharing knowledge, recipes and recommendations with shoppers.
• Train all new employees to the deli.
• Deal with customer queries professionally and consistently with store policy.
• Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.

Skills

Fresh food supervisory experience

Experience in fresh food

HACCP & food safety knowledge

Deli ordering & waste management

MS Excel & Word

Numerical skills

Roster planning & budgeting

Customer-focused leadership

Inspiring and motivating staff

Tools

Microsoft Office

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:

• Minimum 1 years€,, fresh food supervisory experience;
  
• Minimum 2 years` experience in a role with strong exposure to fresh food;
  
• 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;
  
• 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 and efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy;
  
• Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
  

About the locality:

We are currently recruiting for Experienced Deli Supervisor s at Kavanaghs SuperValu Barna

We`re looking for committed and skilled Deli Supervisor to join our growing team in a full-time, long-term role. This position offers stability, a collaborative environment, and the chance to make a real impact.

Must have a proven track record of Deli experience/skills or related roles, 1-2yrs minimum experience desirable

Knowledge of HACCP & SOP`s, Food safety & relevant training.

Reliably commute or plan to relocate to our store before commencing employment.

Must be available to work 5 days per week on a permanent basis & commence ASAP.

Candidates must be available to work full time flexible hours.

This is a Full Time Permanent Role

Only candidates with relevant experience will be considered.

Due to the full-time nature of working hours and required experience,this position is not suitable for students.

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