Deli/Bakery Manager PC FT

Piggly Wiggly Food/Fresh For Less and Affiliated Companies; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Food For Less Piggly Wiggly in Panama City, FL is seeking a full-time Assistant Deli Department Manager who enjoys serving customers and leading a team. You will oversee daily deli operations, ensure quality food preparation, and maintain safety and sanitation standards while providing friendly, efficient customer service.

Reporting to the Department and Store Managers, you will train staff, manage scheduling and payroll tasks, assist with merchandising, and uphold the store’s commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain Food Manager certification within 12 months.
• Previous deli/cooking management experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide prompt, courteous service.
• Oversee food preparation, inventory, prep, and cooking.
• Lead and train staff, and coordinate with store management.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in the department.
• Assist with merchandising, scheduling, and payroll as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Staff training

Food safety

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 291 FFL Piggly Wiggly Panama City PC FL D1 - Panama City, FL 32401

Position Type: Full Time

Food For Less Piggly Wiggly is seeking a full-time Assistant Deli Department Manager who enjoys serving customers and providing excellent, courteous, and prompt customer service.

We are a locally owned full-service grocery store. Our mission is to provide accessible, reliable, and safe products and services to grocery stores and other business investments efficiently and affordably through prudent business decisions for the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on great customer service, community connection, acting with integrity and respect and always be ready to serve, adapt, learn, and grow.

Job Summary

The Assistant Deli Department Supervisor role is responsible for providing guidance and oversight of the assigned area with direction from the department manager and store manager during assigned shifts. Duties also include, in coordination with the Department Manager and Store Manager, managing and training staff, prepping and cooking, maintaining a clean and organized work area following all safety and sanitation procedures, and providing excellent customer service to all patrons.

Duties Include

• Provides continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist, and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
• Responsible for the food preparation in the department to include inventory, prepping, cooking, and cleaning.
• Organizes, assists, and backs up all managerial duties throughout the department.
• Provides leadership and guidance; analyzes situations and implement solutions independently or through the management of others.
• Assists with merchandising initiatives to drive sales while ensuring overall cleanliness and organization of the store area.
• In coordination with department and store management, assists in the administration of performance management by diagnosing improvement opportunities, providing effective feedback, coaching, and corrective action plans.
• Assists in directing the activities and training of personnel for efficient operation of concessions and turnover of floor with optimum cleanliness and appearance.
• Aides in the daily operations for merchandising, weekly payroll, scheduling, and established sales goals.
• Operates department equipment and tools in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Reinforces and models safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions, accidents, or issues and notify store management.
• Notifies management of team member theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark-downs, property defacement or any action that is illegal and/or against company policy.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, including cleaning equipment and utensils.
• Practices preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment and notifying appropriate department or store manager of any items in need of repair.
• Understands the company’s checkout/purchasing procedures to include how customers and staff pay for items in the store.
• Reports pricing discrepancies to Management and/or Pricing/Scan Coordinator.
• Follows established policies and procedures (where applicable) for rewards programs, gift cards, and coupons.
• Adheres to all food safety regulations and guidelines to include maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Assists with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned to include stocking, cleaning, etc.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Bending, stooping lifting, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

What Will Make You a Great Candidate

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Previous experience managing in a deli/cooking environment
• Customer service experience
• Ability to obtain Food Manager certification within 12 months
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, and subtraction)

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Excellent Customer Service Attitude and Skills
• Grocery store and/or retail experience in a leadership role in the deli department to include fry cook and hot/cold bar
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends dependably
• Food Safety Manager certification
• OSHA training and/or certifications

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off

The company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strive to have a safe workplace and therefore now conduct background screenings and drug testing. This employer participates in E-Verify.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received when they apply. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted if their application is pulled for review. The general job pool ads will be closed approximately two months from original posting.

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