Deli Operations Lead – Freshness, Safety & Profit

ADAMS HOMETOWN MARKETS; Connecticut; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams-Hometown-Markets is seeking a Deli Manager to oversee the deli department operations in our grocery store. You will drive labor efficiency, sales and gross profit margins while ensuring quality and safety standards across the department.

You will train and supervise deli staff, schedule shifts, monitor inventory, work with suppliers, and set strategies to meet sales targets. Must be ready to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• One (1) year deli management experience or deli sales experience.
• ServeSafe certification or comparable.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains customer satisfaction with the product and services offered by the company.
• Maintain a happy, full, fresh and clean sales floor department
• Train and supervise deli department staff ensuring adherence to established procedures and customer service standards
• Schedule and coordinate shifts to have proper coverage
• Provide ongoing feedback, performance evaluations and training opportunities for deli employees
• Monitor deli inventory levels, ordering products to maintain a diverse and stocked selection
• Implement inventory control measures to minimize and ensure freshness
• Ensure that all deli products meet quality and safety standards
• Work with suppliers to select and maintain high quality deli products
• Oversee the preparation of deli items including sandwiches, salads and hot foods
• Ensure deli products are presented attractively and in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Handle customer inquiries, concerns and special requests in a prompt and professional manner
• Setting and achieving sales targets
• Monitoring sales performance and implement strategies to maximize profitability
• Conducting regular safety training for deli staff
• Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of the deli equipment and work areas
• Monitor expenses, control waste and optimizing cost effectiveness
• Communicate with store management regarding inventory, sales and any issues within the department
• Adhere to all company safety standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Skills

Physical abilities

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Quality

Safety culture

Job description

Adams-Hometown-Markets is seeking a Deli Manager to oversee the deli department operations in our grocery store. You will drive labor efficiency, sales and gross profit margins while ensuring quality and safety standards across the department.

You will train and supervise deli staff, schedule shifts, monitor inventory, work with suppliers, and set strategies to meet sales targets. Must be ready to work nights, holidays, and weekends as needed.