Deli Manager

LITTLE GENERAL STORE INC; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LITTLE GENERAL STORE INC is hiring a Deli Manager in Princeton, WV to oversee its deli operations. You will recruit, train, and supervise deli staff, ensuring compliance with Little General policies, brand standards, and food-safety requirements.

The role requires scheduling labor within budget, maintaining cleanliness, and managing inventory and vendor orders. A HS diploma or GED and English proficiency are essential, with local food handler certification within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage, recruit, and train all deli employees.
• Schedule labor in accordance with budget and federal wage regulations.
• Ensure deli staff coverage during all operational hours.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Obtain and maintain local food handler certifications within 30 days of employment.
• Oversee inventory, truck orders, and supply management.
• Perform administrative duties such as sales tracking and invoicing.
• Escalate issues to Store Manager when needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Little General Kegley 2268 - Princeton , WV 24740

Position Overview: The Deli Manager oversees the operation of a profitable, sanitary deli that serves fresh sandwiches and deli items; branded and/or proprietary.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage, recruit, and train all deli employees.
• Follow all Little General and brand (if applicable) policies and procedures and ensure all deli employees do the same.
• Schedule labor in accordance with budget set by supervisor based on store needs. Schedule must be in accordance to federal wage and labor regulations.
• Ensure store staffed during all operational hours.
• Follow and enforce uniform and hygiene standards as set by Little General or brand (as applicable).
• Train deli employees to prepare all branded and/or proprietary menu items.
• Provide employee coaching and document progressive discipline when required.
• Ensure that food service area and food service equipment are clean, operational, secure, safe, and properly maintained to meet local health department, OSHA, Little General, and brand (if applicable) standards.
• Must obtain and maintain local food handler’s certifications as required by the county and ensure all deli employees obtain the same required certification within 30 days of employment.
• Complete truck orders through approved distributors for food and supplies. Maintain inventory levels as needed by store based on sales volume ensuring inventory is of appropriate levels.
• Conduct monthly inventory to ensure profitability. Conduct weekly inventory if deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Monitor product levels, rotation, expiration dates, and portion control to minimize waste and shrink.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly administrative duties accurately completed when due; sales tracking, truck orders, invoice processing, etc.
• Report any problems to the Store Manager or Assistant Manager on duty. Deli manager defers to Retail Store Manager.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor and/or any Little General upper-management.

QualificationsMinimum Education

High School diploma or GED preferred. Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry boxes and /or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds;
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time (95%), Sitting (5%);
• Ability to climb, balance, reach, grab, stoop, crawl, bend, and crouch for extended periods;
• Ability to use close, distant, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and visual focus.
• Ability to smell and identify odors;
• Ability to clearly hear and interpret voice commands and telephone communications;