Deli Operations Leader — Training & Quality

Hannaford Supermarkets; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Brunswick, ME seeks a Deli Department Leader to oversee daily operations, training, and staff development within a busy deli, bakery, and seafood environment. You will ensure quality standards, schedule staff, manage product knowledge, and uphold safety and sanitation requirements.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to drive profitability while maintaining a positive team culture and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Desire and ability to lead and manage a team.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to use technical information to solve problems.
• Accredited by NRF or able to achieve accreditation as a Certified Food Safety Manager within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer constructive counseling when necessary.
• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Ensure department associates are properly trained by certified trainers.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed as outlined.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of the Deli department.
• Conduct performance appraisals on all department associates.
• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards.

Skills

Store operations

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Multitasking

Problem solving

Food safety certification

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Brunswick, ME seeks a Deli Department Leader to oversee daily operations, training, and staff development within a busy deli, bakery, and seafood environment. You will ensure quality standards, schedule staff, manage product knowledge, and uphold safety and sanitation requirements.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to drive profitability while maintaining a positive team culture and exceptional customer service.