Deli Associate

Karl's Country Market; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Karl's Country Market in Wisconsin is seeking friendly deli team members to slice meats and cheeses, prepare fresh items, and keep deli and bakery cases well stocked and appealing. You will greet customers, take orders, and ensure high standards of cleanliness and food safety are met.

The role offers opportunities to learn food prep and bakery tasks, with a supportive team and potential for a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience with slicing meats/cheeses or willingness to learn.
• Willingness to learn food prep and bakery tasks.
• Comfortable stocking and rotating product.
• Friendly, customer-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Slice deli meats and cheeses to order, following safety and portion guidelines.
• Prepare fresh deli items, including salads, sandwiches, and daily specials.
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise deli and bakery cases.
• Assist with bakery items—stocking, packaging, and freshness checks.
• Greet and serve customers at the deli counter, answering questions and taking orders.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area per health codes.
• Support general store operations and teammates as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Reliability

Stamina

Team player

Education

Food handler certification (preferred)

Job description

What You\'ll Do

• Slice deli meats and cheeses to order, following food safety and portion guidelines
• Prepare fresh food items for the deli case, including salads, sandwiches, and daily specials
• Stock, rotate, and merchandise deli and bakery cases to keep them full and appealing
• Assist with bakery items — stocking, packaging, and maintaining freshness standards
• Greet and serve customers at the deli counter, answering questions and taking orders
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area in accordance with health codes
• Support general store operations and teammates as needed

What We\'re Looking For

Required:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience or comfort with slicing meats/cheeses (training provided)
• Willingness to learn food prep and bakery tasks
• Comfortable stocking and rotating product
• Friendly, customer-first attitude
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25-40 lbs
• Reliable and able to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends

Preferred:

• Prior deli, bakery, or grocery experience
• Food handler\'s certification (or willingness to obtain one)

Schedule

Both full-time and part-time positions are available. We\'re happy to talk through scheduling during the interview.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for discounted health insurance
• Full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan