Assistant Deli Manager

Randalls Food Market; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Access to earned wages via Stream

Associate discounts

Health & financial well-being benefits

Paid time off

Training and career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking an Assistant Deli Manager to lead the Deli Department operations, drive sales, ensure quality, and deliver a high-quality shopping experience.

You will help hire, train, and coach staff, oversee food preparation, inventory, safety, and merchandising, while promoting service excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous deli, food service, restaurant, or grocery experience required.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and department operations.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate employees in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily Deli Department operations.
• Ensure deli products are prepared, packaged, stocked, rotated, and merchandised.
• Maintain high standards for product quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and shrink control.
• Ensure pricing, signage, and promotional displays are accurate and executed to company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Food safety

Merchandising

Inventory management

Staff coaching

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Position Purpose

The Assistant Deli Manager supports the Deli Manager in overseeing all aspects of Deli Department operations to achieve sales, profitability, customer service, and operational objectives. This position assists with team leadership, food production, merchandising, inventory management, food safety compliance, and maintaining a high-quality shopping experience for customers.

Key Responsibilities

Department Operations

• Assist in managing daily Deli Department operations.
• Ensure deli products are properly prepared, packaged, stocked, rotated, and merchandised.
• Maintain high standards for product quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and shrink control.
• Ensure pricing, signage, and promotional displays are accurate and executed according to company standards.
• Monitor department cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance.

Customer Service

• Deliver exceptional customer service and create a welcoming shopping experience.
• Assist customers with product selection, meal solutions, catering options, and special orders.
• Address customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Promote deli products, seasonal offerings, and department programs.
• Build customer loyalty through product knowledge and service excellence.

Leadership and Team Development

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and coaching department associates.
• Provide daily direction and support to team members.
• Help create schedules that support operational needs and service levels.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
• Reinforce company policies, procedures, and customer service expectations.

Food Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Monitor proper product handling, preparation, labeling, storage, and rotation procedures.
• Conduct routine quality and freshness inspections.
• Assist with department audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of department equipment.

Financial Performance

• Assist in achieving department sales, gross profit, labor, and shrink objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels and product movement to maximize sales opportunities.
• Support waste reduction and expense control initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy and controlling operating costs.
• Contribute to plans that improve department performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous deli, food service, restaurant, or grocery experience required.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation, merchandising, inventory control, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate employees in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance when necessary.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and around food preparation equipment.
• Ability to safely operate slicers, ovens, fryers, mixers, and other department equipment.

Work Environment

• Retail grocery Deli Department environment.
• Frequent exposure to hot surfaces, refrigerated areas, food preparation equipment, and cleaning chemicals.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Success Measures

• Achievement of department sales and profitability goals.
• Strong customer satisfaction and service performance.
• Effective inventory and shrink management.
• Compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Employee engagement, development, and retention.
• Consistent execution of merchandising and operational standards.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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