Deli Clerk

ACME Markets, Inc.; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Competitive weekly wages

Flexible scheduling

Associate discounts

Training and career development

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. in Easton, MD is seeking a friendly Deli Clerk to prepare fresh foods, assist customers with deli meats, cheeses, and grab‑and‑go items, and keep the counter inviting and efficient.

You'll stock displays, monitor freshness, operate slicers with safety training, handle transactions, and work in a fast‑paced, customer‑driven environment. The role offers weekly pay, flexible schedules, employee discounts, and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to operate slicers and food preparation equipment.
• Basic math skills for weighing, portioning, and transactions.
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deli items and assist customers with meats, cheeses, and grab‑and‑go options.
• Keep display cases stocked, clean, and organized; monitor product freshness.
• Slice, weigh, portion, label, and price items accurately.
• Handle transactions and provide friendly, efficient checkout experience.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

Attention to detail

Cash handling

Adaptability

Standing long hours

Job description

Click here to see - A Day in the Life - Deli Clerk

A Day In The Life

As a Deli Clerk, your day is centered around preparing fresh food and creating a welcoming experience for customers. You’re often the first stop for something ready to enjoy, helping customers choose from deli meats, cheeses, hot foods, and prepared items while keeping service friendly and efficient. From slicing meats to preparing grab‑and‑go options, your work helps keep customers coming back.

Another slice of the role is keeping the department stocked, clean, and ready throughout the day. You’ll prepare hot and cold items, maintain organized displays, and monitor product freshness and temperature. Between restocking, taking orders, and working with equipment, the day stays active, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys staying busy in a fast‑paced environment.

What You Bring To The Table

• Customer Interaction Skills: Clear communication when taking orders in person or by phone
• Food Preparation Skills: Experience preparing deli products, including slicing, assembling, and portioning
• Product Knowledge: Understanding of deli meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and hot case items
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in portioning, labeling, pricing, and order completion
• Organization & Time Management: Managing multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and service speed
• Merchandising Awareness: Keeping display cases stocked, clean, and visually consistent
• Cash Handling: Processing transactions and making accurate change using register systems (varies by location)
• Operational Awareness: Following food safety, sanitation, and company procedures
• Adaptability: Comfort working in a fast‑paced environment with changing customer demand
• Physical Capability: Comfort with standing for extended periods, lifting product up to 35lbs, and working in varying temperatures

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to operate slicers and food preparation equipment following training and safety guidelines
• Basic math skills for weighing, portioning, and transactions
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Prior food service or customer service experience preferred

Why You Will Choose Us

Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values

• We put people first.
• We are customer driven.
• We value different perspectives.
• We raise the bar.
• We act as owners.
• We are one team.
• We build belonging.
• We are committed to a healthy future.