Deli Kitchen Manager: Lead Team & Guest Experience

UNAVAILABLE; Onalaska (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Weekly pay

Scheduling two weeks in advance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Job summary

Festival Foods in Onalaska, WI is seeking a Deli Kitchen Manager to lead our deli kitchen team. You will oversee inventory, food quality, and production decisions to meet guest demand while developing a positive, collaborative work environment.

The role requires at least 3 years of leadership in retail or food service, strong communication, attention to detail, and safety awareness. Shift is daytime with some weekend hours, and we offer competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership in retail grocery, restaurant, or food service.
• Strong communication with guests and team in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent attention to detail with food safety and inventory control.
• Solid understanding of safety requirements and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding guest experiences by meeting guest needs.
• Lead and develop deli kitchen associates with training and coaching.
• Monitor recipe execution, shrinkage, and quality control.
• Manage inventory, orders, and product rotation.
• Drive production decisions to meet guest demand without waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organize work areas to safety standards.
• Ensure dependable attendance and coverage.
• Support the team with other duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Festival Foods in Onalaska, WI is seeking a Deli Kitchen Manager to lead our deli kitchen team. You will oversee inventory, food quality, and production decisions to meet guest demand while developing a positive, collaborative work environment.

The role requires at least 3 years of leadership in retail or food service, strong communication, attention to detail, and safety awareness. Shift is daytime with some weekend hours, and we offer competitive benefits and growth opportunities.