Experience: 2+ years
The Senior Assistant Deli Manager is a key leadership role responsible for assisting the Deli Manager in all aspects of deli operations. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong background in deli food service, management, and customer service. The Senior Assistant Deli Manager is expected to drive sales, manage inventory, ensure food safety and sanitation, and lead a team to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
This role demands excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities, along with a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This is an exempt position that formally reports to the Deli Manager.
- Assist in the daily operations of the deli, including food preparation, service, and sales.
- Support the Deli Manager in scheduling staff and managing labor costs effectively.
- Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and stocking products, to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
- Ensure adherence to all food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Able to operate, clean and maintain all equipment safely and competently.
- Know and practice rotation procedures to ensure product dates are properly monitored.
- Assist the Deli Manager in conducting effective interviews to hire the highest quality candidates for the deli team.
- Provide training and development to deli staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
- Coach and mentor team members to improve performance and enhance customer service skills.
- Assist in the development and implementation of merchandising strategies to increase sales.
- Implement and ensure strict quality control measures are always in place when any deli product is put out in cases, hot lines and other areas of the deli.
- Train and practice appropriate portion control in deli production and service.
- Know and promote ads and specials to increase department sales and profits.
- Regularly review the department is always clean, food is fresh in appearance, is fully stocked and creatively merchandised.
- Handle customer inquiries and complaints, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Monitor and analyze profit and loss (P&L) statements, identifying areas for improvement.
- Demonstrate leadership qualities and assist in creating a positive and productive work environment.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-pace environment.
- Ability to handle multiple demands, work under time pressure, and meet deadlines.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Serv-Safe or similar or similar certifications
- A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in chain retail deli food service or restaurant management.
- Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- General knowledge of inventory management principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Available to work any required shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Computer literacy, including proficiency in point-of-sale (POS) systems.
- Reaching overhead with both arms up to a maximum of 74 inches, twisting at the waist and lifting objects with both hands weighing up to 20 lbs.
- Pushing and pulling grocery items to the proper locations as needed, up to a peak force of 50 lbs.
- Standing and walking for long periods of time on tile, asphalt, concrete or other hard surfaces.
- Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50lbs., to a height of 34 inches.
- Able to work in colder conditions of the grocery coolers and freezers.
- Bending and squatting, at times all the way to floor level.
- Climbing a ladder, possibly up to 5ft.
- Associate's degree in a related field.
- Comprehensive knowledge of deli food preparation techniques.
- Experience with profit and loss (P&L) management.
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