FT Deli Service Associate

Hannaford Supermarkets; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford Supermarkets in South Portland, ME, operates a deli service counter focused on appearance, quality, safety, and food safety. Build customer relations and provide enthusiastic awareness as part of Hannaford Strategy.

Deli team members greet customers, assist with product selection, and deliver friendly service while maintaining standards and assisting training.

Qualifications

• Deli or food service experience is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team and learn multiple tasks.
• Must meet minimum age requirements and physical ability.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and help them locate and select products.
• Provide friendly service and offer solutions that meet expectations.
• Slice, cut, weigh, and package deli items to standard quality.
• Maintain department cleanliness and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Assist in training other associates and support duties as needed.

Skills

Deli experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations

Job Requisition: 549506

Address: USA-ME-South Portland-50 Cottage Road

Store Code: Store 08279 Deli (5151055)

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. Hannaford was the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Perform duties related to the deli service counter to ensure department appearance, quality, variety, safety, and food safety are consistently maintained at the highest level. Demonstrate a strong culture in support of Hannaford Strategy. Build customer relations and provide enthusiastic customer awareness.

DUTIES AND 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.


• 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.

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.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 15 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.


• Reach to shoulder lifting 20 lbs. frequently and overhead occasionally.


• Push/pull 3-15 lbs. frequently and up to 40 lbs. occasionally.


• Perform repetitive grasping, hand and arm motions while standing/walking the majority of the shift.


• Meet volume activity standards established for the department.


• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting produce items at or above waist level.


• Use hands to operate controls, feel objects and use tools to open boxes/cases or to prepare and clean produce.


• Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.


• Tolerate working in hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time

Salary range is between $ 17.35 - $24.75 Hrly

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.