Deli Specialist Full Time Afternoon/Evening

Mackenthun's Fine Foods - Minnetrista; Minnetrista (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Long Term & Short Term Disability

Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident

Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

Sick & Safe Time

Shift differentials for Sundays &

Discount at Mackenthun’s locations

Referral bonuses

Dietitian services

Job summary

Mackenthun's Fine Foods - Minnetrista is seeking a Deli Specialist to prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold deli items while delivering exceptional customer service. The role focuses on food safety, kitchen operations, and engaging customers with high-quality products.

The position requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment, flexibility for early mornings, evenings, and weekends, and a willingness to maintain a clean, organized deli counter with strong product displays.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Greet and assist customers, provide recommendations, and fulfill orders with proper portioning and packaging.
• Food Preparation: Slice, package, and prepare deli items; monitor freshness and rotate stock; cook hot deli items as needed.
• Inventory & Sanitation: Assist with inventory control and FIFO; keep deli area clean and sanitized; follow food safety guidelines.
• Sales & Merchandising: Create attractive displays and upsell items, ensure accurate pricing and labeling.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Retail/Food service/grocery experience

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Join our Team as a Deli Specialist preparing and serving a variety of hot and cold deli items, including meats, sandwiches, salads, specialty products, and items from the hot case and salad bar, in line with company recipes and standards. This role emphasizes customer service, food safety, and kitchen operations. Maintain cleanliness, assist with inventory control, and promote an Exceptional Experience by engaging with customers and providing excellent service.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service:

• Greet and assist customers, providing recommendations and answering questions.
• Accurately fulfill orders with proper portioning and packaging.
• Maintain an organized, well-stocked deli counter with appealing product displays.

Food Preparation:

• Slice and package deli meats, cheeses, and other items to customer preferences.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, hot bar items, and other deli specialties.
• Monitor product freshness and rotate stock as needed.
• Cook and prepare hot deli items, including fried chicken and entrees.

Inventory & Sanitation:

• Assist with inventory control and product storage with the first in first out (FIFO), ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Keep the deli area clean and sanitized, including equipment, counters, and storage areas.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Sales & Merchandising:

• Create attractive product displays and assist with product upselling, including party trays and deli platters.
• Ensure accurate pricing and labeling.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience in retail, food service, or grocery is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, able to work both independent and as part of a team.
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting (up to 50 lbs).
• Work in a variety of indoor environments, including cold, hot, and noisy areas.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Requires good vision, sense of taste and smell, and the ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting.

Benefits Summary for Full Time Employment:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long Term & Short Term Disability
• Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Sick & Safe Time
• Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• Referral bonuses
• Dietitian services