Deli Prep Manager Cosentino's Price Chopper #117 660 E. Main St

Price Chopper; Gardner (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosentino's Price Chopper in Gardner, KS is seeking a Deli Prep Manager to lead daily deli operations, ensure food quality, and provide courteous service to customers. The role reports to the Deli Manager and keeps the deli area organized, clean, and compliant with safety standards.

The position requires readiness to obtain a food handling permit within 14 days and ongoing training per Cosentino’s Learning Plan; a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment.
• Completion of ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino’s Learning Plan.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and accurately prepare, package and label products for sale to customers.
• Know and practice appropriate portion control in deli production and service.
• Practice effective inventory management by counting and verifying merchandise against invoices and inspecting deliveries for shortages, damages and quality.
• Know and practice rotation procedures to ensure product dates are properly monitored.
• Be able to prep and produce at least 1 full day or more on production products for all refrigerated cases.
• Meet production planner expectations daily. Complete daily inventory of production items on hand and use guidelines established by Deli Support team to ensure items meet the “full level” standard daily.
• Ensure all coolers, freezers and preparation areas are clean and organized.
• Assist in additional areas such as thawing product for next day’s catering and/or hot line production.
• Be familiar with the items in your department so you can accurately and courteously answer customer questions.
• Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner and recognize when it is appropriate to involve a member of the store management team.
• Know and implement the Cosentino’s Customer Service Standards.
• Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.
• Know, comply with, and encourage other team members to comply with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store.
• Demonstrates the strong verbal and interpersonal skills necessary for positive customer and peer interactions.
• Demonstrates the basic math and reading skills required for the position.

Skills

Food handling permit

Training requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Deli Prep Manager Cosentino's Price Chopper #117 660 E. Main St

Job Category: Deli

Requisition Number: DRAFT009487

• Posted : October 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Gardner, KS 66030, USA

Description

Deli Prep Manager

Position Objective: To assist customers in their shopping experience by producing the highest quality deli product possible and delivering courteous, efficient service to all deli customers.
Reporting Structure: This position formally reports to the Deli Manager.

Status: This is a non-exempt position.

Knowledge

The following is a list of any certifications, formal education, or training requirements for this position.

Essential Knowledge

• A food handling permit must be obtained within the first 14 days of employment.
• Completion of ongoing training and development as listed on the Cosentino’s Learning Plan.

Non-Essential Knowledge

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Skills

The following is a list of the basic skill requirements for this position.

Essential Job Functions

• Efficiently and accurately prepare, package and label products for sale to customers.
• Know and practice appropriate portion control in deli production and service.
• Practice effective inventory management by counting and verifying merchandise against invoices and inspecting deliveries against for shortages, damages and quality.
• Know and practice rotation procedures to ensure product dates are properly monitored.
• Be able to prep and produce at least 1 full day or more on production products for all refrigerated cases.
• Meet production planner expectations daily. Complete daily inventory of production items on hand and use guidelines established by Deli Support team to ensure items meet the “full “level standard daily.
• Ensure all coolers, freezers and preparation areas are clean and organized.
• Assist in additional areas such as thawing product for next day’s catering and/ or hot line production.
• Be familiar with the items in your department so you can accurately and courteously answer customer questions.
• Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner and recognize when it is appropriate to involve a member of the store management team.
• Know and implement the Cosentino’s Customer Service Standards.
• Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.
• Know, comply with, and encourage other team members to comply with all health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store.
• Demonstrates the strong verbal and interpersonal skills necessary for positive customer and peer interactions.
• Demonstrates the basic math and reading skills required for the position.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Create visually pleasing display cases that promote sales and showcase the high-quality items.
• Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores or departments as needed.

Physical Abilities

The following physical movements could potentially be part of any scheduled shift and employees will be expected to perform these actions while on duty.

Essential Abilities

• Reaching overhead with both arms up to a maximum of 74 inches, twisting at the waist and lifting objects with both hands weighing up to 5 lbs.
• Pushing and pulling grocery items to the proper locations as needed, up to a peak force of 10 lbs.
• Standing and walking for long periods of time on tile, asphalt, concrete or other hard surfaces.
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs.
• Bending and squatting, at times all the way to floor level.
• Able to work in colder conditions of the grocery coolers and freezers.

Non-Essential Abilities

• Climbing a ladder, possibly up to 5ft.

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