Deli Manager: Lead a High-Performing Team

AG Supermarkets; Woodstock (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AG Supermarkets, Inc. in Woodstock, VT is seeking a Deli Manager to lead a fast-paced deli department, deliver high-quality foods, and drive profitability.

You will recruit and train deli staff, manage inventory and pricing, ensure food safety and labeling, and maintain clean, organized displays. This hands-on leadership role offers ownership, teamwork, and opportunities to grow in grocery and food service management.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in deli, food service, or grocery environments.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and a customer-first mindset.
• Comfort with inventory management, sales tracking, and basic P&L concepts.
• Knowledge of food safety, labeling, temperature control, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with merchandise planning and display standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day deli operations, including hot foods, prepared items, displays, and merchandising.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop deli associates—building a positive team culture.
• Manage inventory, ordering, pricing, and shrink to meet profit goals.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, labeling, temperature control, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee product rotation, receiving, storage, and display standards.
• Prepare and oversee preparation of hot and cold deli items using standard equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Inventory management

Communication skills

P&L awareness

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

AG Supermarkets, Inc. in Woodstock, VT is seeking a Deli Manager to lead a fast-paced deli department, deliver high-quality foods, and drive profitability.

You will recruit and train deli staff, manage inventory and pricing, ensure food safety and labeling, and maintain clean, organized displays. This hands-on leadership role offers ownership, teamwork, and opportunities to grow in grocery and food service management.