Grocery Deli Clerk

Balls Food Stores; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hen House is seeking a dependable, service-driven Deli Clerk to join our team. In this role, you'll prepare fresh deli offerings and deliver a friendly, efficient service experience—helping guests with meal solutions while supporting product quality and department presentation.

You'll also help uphold safety and sanitation standards. At Hen House, we’re part of the Balls Food Stores family, a locally owned company with deep community roots.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in grocery, retail, or food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly guest service to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Prepare, slice, and package deli meats and cheeses to order.
• Prepare, cook, and stock deli items per quality and production standards.
• Maintain freshness, labeling, and visual merch in deli cases and displays.
• Engage with guests to answer questions and offer meal solutions.
• Operate deli equipment and POS systems accurately.
• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO; monitor inventory levels.

Skills

Guest service

Food safety

POS systems

Teamwork

Product knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Deli equipment

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, service-driven Deli Clerk to join our team at Hen House. In this role, you'll prepare fresh deli offerings and deliver a friendly, efficient service experience-helping guests with meal solutions while supporting product quality, department presentation, and overall sales.

At Hen House, we're more than a grocery store-we're a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys a hands‑on role, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in providing great service while working with high-quality food products.

Key Responsibilities & Job Duties

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience and encourage repeat visits
• Prepare, slice, and package deli meats and cheeses to order while following proper food safety and equipment handling procedures
• Prepare, cook, and stock deli items such as rotisserie chicken, salads, hot bar items, and grab-and-go meals according to quality and production standards
• Maintain product freshness, labeling, and visual merchandising standards in deli cases and displays
• Engage with guests to answer questions, provide recommendations, and offer meal solutions
• Develop and maintain knowledge of deli and store products, including features, pricing, and location
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment to promote health, safety, and a professional appearance
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene guidelines to ensure compliance and guest safety
• Operate deli equipment (slicers, scales, packaging tools) and POS systems accurately
• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO methods to ensure freshness and minimize waste
• Monitor inventory levels and report low, excess, or damaged items to leadership
• Communicate clearly with teammates and collaborate across departments to support storewide efficiency and guest satisfaction
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code standards
• Support loss prevention efforts by staying alert and following proper procedures
• Assist with cleaning, restocking, and supporting other departments as needed
• Remain productive during slower periods by maintaining department readiness and preparing products
• Other job duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Required: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Preferred: Experience in grocery, retail, or food service environments