Deli Specialist: Fresh Food, Fast-Paced Service

Safeway; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wages paid weekly

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Safeway in Medford, OR is hiring a Deli Clerk to prepare fresh foods and provide a welcoming, helpful experience for customers. You will slice meats, assemble grab-and-go items, and help customers choose from deli meats, cheeses, and prepared foods while keeping the counter clean and organized.

This role keeps the department stocked, monitors freshness and temperature, handles transactions, and follows food safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• Operate slicers and prep equipment safely after training and safety guidelines.
• Basic math for weighing, portioning, and transactions.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Prior food service or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh deli items and assist customers with selections.
• Slice meats, assemble grab-and-go items, and help customers choose from cheeses and prepared foods.
• Stock and rotate items, keep displays clean and organized, and monitor freshness.
• Take orders and assist with temperature control and sanitation.
• Operate equipment safely and follow food safety procedures.

Skills

Customer interaction

Food preparation

Product knowledge

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Merchandising

Cash handling

Food safety

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Tools

Slicer equipment

Food prep equipment

Job description

Safeway in Medford, OR is hiring a Deli Clerk to prepare fresh foods and provide a welcoming, helpful experience for customers. You will slice meats, assemble grab-and-go items, and help customers choose from deli meats, cheeses, and prepared foods while keeping the counter clean and organized.

This role keeps the department stocked, monitors freshness and temperature, handles transactions, and follows food safety procedures.