Deli Service Associate: Fresh, Fast & Customer-Focused

Hannaford; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in Maine is seeking a Deli Service Associate to maintain department appearance, quality and safety while building positive customer relationships.

You will greet customers, assist with product selection, slice and package items, and support the service counter. The role emphasizes teamwork, multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, and adherence to food safety standards at Hannaford. Evening/weekend flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• Deli, restaurant or food service experience helpful but not required.
• Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Ability to multi task and prioritize in a fast paced environment.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Pre-requisite to this job would be Deli Service Case Associate training.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with locating and selecting products.
• Deliver outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations.
• Slice, cut, prepare, weigh and package products according to established standards and quality goals.
• Preparing multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining customer service and quality standards.
• Supporting and Assist Service Counter
• Adhere to highest product quality standards to support our department strategy.
• Achieve productivity standards as outlined in Management Planning.
• Develop product knowledge in various areas of the department.
• Perform all assigned cleaning functions in accordance with company policy.
• Assist in training other associates and perform other functions as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hannaford Supermarkets in Maine is seeking a Deli Service Associate to maintain department appearance, quality and safety while building positive customer relationships.

You will greet customers, assist with product selection, slice and package items, and support the service counter. The role emphasizes teamwork, multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, and adherence to food safety standards at Hannaford. Evening/weekend flexibility may be required.