DEPARTMENT: Deli
REPORTS TO: Deli Supervisor/Store Director
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt – 40 hours
JOB SUMMARY:
To effectively direct and supervise all functions and activities of the Deli Department to achieve sales and profit goals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Manage inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock of deli meats, cheeses, salads, condiments, and other items.
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Conduct regular stock counts to ensure proper inventory management and reduce waste or spoilage.
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To check and verify all Deli Department deliveries and invoices to ensure accurate billing from vendors.
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Assist in unloading deli merchandise, and transport to sales floor or storage areas.
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Control department expenses by ordering department supplies as needed.
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Handle damaged and spoiled products according to company policies and procedures.
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Ensure all products are prepared, stored, and served according to food safety guidelines, including temperature controls and expiration dates.
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Comply with sanitation, safety, and security policies according to company policy and procedures.
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Responsible for ensuring that all department personnel are properly trained, and work according to all company policies.
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Effectively train, supervise, and schedule personnel to achieve the highest quality of customer service.
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Maintain a housekeeping program to ensure a clean and orderly department.
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Adhere to all local, state, and federal health and civil code regulations.
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Ensure compliance with all state, county, and local weights and measures laws.
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Abide by all company policies as stated in the Employee Handbook.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Assist in slicing and working the counter when necessary.
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Assist in taking customer orders and making deli party trays.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
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Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds up to fifty percent (50%) of the time.
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Ability to read and write to properly tag merchandise, order merchandise, and maintain an acceptable inventory level.
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Basic analytical and math skills necessary for interpreting invoices, gross profits, and labor percentages.
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At least one year of deli experience.
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Must have adequate oral and written communication skills for dealing with customers, employees, and vendors.
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Must be able to stand upright for most of your scheduled work shift.
