Assistant Deli Manager (Full-Time)

My Blog; Perrysburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership: ESOP

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Career growth & mentorship

Job summary

Walt Churchill’s Market in Perrysburg, OH is seeking a Full-Time Assistant Deli Manager to lead our Deli and Seafood teams, ensuring top-tier quality and a fresh, inviting department. You will partner with the Deli Manager, mentor staff, and manage daily operations with a focus on food safety and customer service.

Ideal candidates bring leadership experience, a passion for great food, and the ability to train and motivate a team while maintaining high standards and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with deli and seafood items.
• Clear communication with customers and team.
• Ability to lead a team and manage a department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food production across deli items and catering orders.
• Uphold fresh standards in Deli and Seafood, ensure quality.
• Keep shelves stocked and rotate items properly.
• Lead by example and train new deli staff.
• Step in as acting lead when Deli Manager is away.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Deli/Seafood leadership

Communication

Public-facing service

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Dept. management experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

ServSafe/Food Safety Certification

Job description

Description

Full-Time Assistant Deli Manager

Location: Perrysburg, OH
Company: Walt Churchill’s Market

Why Join the Churchill's Family?

Come be part of our 100+ year tradition and see why Walt Churchill’s Market is "Better Because" of people like you! We don't just offer a job—we offer a stake in our future.

What We Offer You:

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a WCM Owner!
• Time Off: Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) immediately, ready to use after 90 days.
• Financial Perks: 401(k) with company match and a generous employee discount.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Growth: Clear pathways for training, mentorship, and career advancement.

About the Role:

Are you a foodie with a knack for leadership? We are looking for an inspiring, hands-on Full-Time Assistant Deli Manager to join our team in Perrysburg. In this role, you will partner directly with the Deli Manager to lead our Deli and Seafood teams, ensure top-tier food quality, and maintain a vibrant, fresh department.

Shift Details & Work-Life Balance:

• Great Hours: Enjoy a schedule primarily consisting of day shifts (e.g., 7 AM–3 PM, 8 AM–4 PM, 9 AM–5 PM).
• Flexibility: Occasional closing shifts (1 PM–9 PM) and holiday availability are required.
• Weekend Balance: You will typically enjoy one weekend day off each week!

What You’ll Do:

Culinary Execution & Quality Control

• Oversee food production including fresh cold salads, dips, large-batch soups, smoked meats, grilling, deep frying, and beautiful catering orders.
• Uphold fresh standards by checking product quality in both Deli and Seafood to ensure everything meets WCM’s high expectations.
• Keep shelves beautiful and fully stocked, ensuring proper rotation of all fresh items.

Team Leadership & Operations

• Lead by example to provide exceptional customer service and hold the team to those same great standards.
• Train and educate new deli employees, ensuring everyone understands team goals and expectations.
• Step up as leader to run the department confidently whenever the Deli Manager is away.
• Monitor progress of team members and provide encouraging, helpful feedback.

Business & Inventory Management

• Manage costs and inventory alongside the Deli Manager by ordering products, tracking shrink, and assisting with quarterly inventory.
• Boost sales through strategic merchandising and tracking customer buying trends.
• Build smart schedules to ensure the deli and seafood counters are always fully covered.
• Maintain pristine spaces by ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and equipment sanitation standards.

What You Bring to the Table

If you live by these core values, we want to talk to you:

• Passion: A true love for great food and culinary excellence.
• Quality: A commitment to delivering premium, delicious products every day.
• Respect: A positive attitude that supports and uplifts your co-workers.
• Care: A genuine desire to connect with and delight our customers.
• Safety: A proactive mindset to keep food preparation areas clean, safe, and compliant.

Requirements

Skills/Experience:

• Must have a passion for working with and cooking Deli and Seafood items
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Comfortable working with the public and greeting, speaking with, and assisting customers
• Attention to detail, ensuring duties are completed correctly and on time
• Leadership, sales, and merchandising skills
• Department management experience, preferred

Education/Credentials:

• High school diploma/GED
• ServSafe/Food Safety Certification (or willing to obtain one)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 40lbs and occasionally lift up to 80lbs
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, twisting, and walking