Deli Associate

Ideal Markets/Rocket Oil; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Earned Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with up to 4% Employer Match

Health benefits to full-time asscoti?

Job summary

Ideal Market in Madisonville, KY is seeking a Deli Associate to greet customers, prepare hot and cold items, and maintain a clean, safe deli area. The role supports promotions and vendor interactions while enabling cross-training across store functions.

Flexible hours with opportunities for growth and a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. Prior experience in food service is helpful, and adherence to safety standards is expected.

Qualifications

• Reliable and friendly individuals who enjoy working with the public
• Dexterity to work around hot equipment and products safely
• Operating knowledge of weighing scales, slicers, and cash registers
• Understand and follow food safety and sanitation regulations
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended hours
• Willingness to work at a pace matching business volume
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and managers
• Team-oriented, quick to learn, with basic math skills

Responsibilities

• welcome and serve customers with enthusiasm
• craft delicious hot and cold items, packaged to perfection
• engage customers with specials and promotions
• maintain deli cleanliness and safety standards
• anticipate inventory needs and replenish supplies
• greet vendor deliveries and uphold high standards
• participate in cross-training across store functions

Skills

Customer service

Safety compliance

Cash handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Weighing scales

Slicers

Cash registers

Job description

Description

We welcome your interest in joining the Ideal Market team and being part of a locally loved convenience store with a commitment to great service and community values.

Position

Deli Associate

Location

Ideal Market [800 E Center St; Madisonville, KY]

Employment Type

Part-Time/Full-Time | Flexible Hours Available

As a Deli Associate

• you’ll be the welcoming face that greets and serves our customers with enthusiasm.
• you’ll craft delicious food with attention to safety, cleanliness, and taste.
• you’ll create both hot and cold culinary delights, packaged to perfection.
• you’ll engage with customers while communicating to them our specials and promotions.
• you’ll ensure our deli is pristine by maintaining cleanliness in all areas.
• you’ll anticipate inventory requirements to replenish and organize our food service supplies regularly.
• you’ll welcome vendor deliveries with a keen eye, adhering to our high standards.
• you'll be provided with opportunities to learn multiple responsibilities through cross-training in all store functions.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Earned Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with up to 4% Employer Match
• Health benefits to full-time associates after one year
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Growth opportunities through internal promotional training
• Team-oriented atmosphere in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• Reliable and friendly individuals who enjoy working with the public
• Dexterity to work around, handle, operate, and control hot equipment and products in a safe manner
• Operating knowledge of weighing scales, slicers, and cash registers
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and regulations regarding food safety and sanitation
• Physical ability to lift heavy products (up to 40 lbs) and work in a standing position for extended hours
• Willingness to work at a pace consistent with changing business volume and demands
• Capability to communicate with co-workers and managers effectively
• Enthusiasm to work as part of a team
• Capacity to learn quickly
• Basic math and computational skills
• Applicant who is 20+ years old (to be eligible to cross-train)
• High school diploma or equivalent