Deli Department Lead: Guest-First Leader

Fresh Market Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount 40%

Early wage access (up to 50% of earned

401K contribution and company match

Financial wellness program

Paid time off and leave options

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Deli Department Lead to support the Deli Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will lead with care, coach your team, and ensure the department looks its best while stepping in as acting manager when needed.

You will monitor labor schedules, support inventory, and drive merchandising initiatives to boost sales and profitability, collaborating with other department leaders to ensure store success.

Qualifications

• Progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or business.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experience while achieving goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Maintain inventory levels, minimize shrink, assist ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members in manager’s absence.
• Model and coach Impeccable Hospitality through guest engagement.
• Help implement merchandising strategies and promotions to maximize sales.
• Analyze department financial and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with department leaders to drive store success.
• Leverage technology to perform these tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Flexible schedule

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Age 21+

Education

Associate degree

Retail management

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Deli Department Lead to support the Deli Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will lead with care, coach your team, and ensure the department looks its best while stepping in as acting manager when needed.

You will monitor labor schedules, support inventory, and drive merchandising initiatives to boost sales and profitability, collaborating with other department leaders to ensure store success.