SUMMARY
The Assistant Deli Manager assists the Deli Manager with supervising department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, promoting sales, controlling inventory and expenses. The Assistant Deli Manager’s responsibilities are assisting the Deli Manager cover the overall operation and success of the deli, gaining product knowledge and working in a safe manner
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
- Assists the Deli Manager in developing, implementing and coordinating aggressive and creative merchandising plans which maximize sales and variety
- Assists with production, stocking and display building
- Knows use, and taste of products offered
- Quality assurance checks of department
- Properly handles and rotates product
- Assists the Deli Manager in supervising the Deli Associates to ensure efficient labor utilization and effectiveness in meeting department objectives
- Responsible for assisting the Deli Manager in receiving, invoicing, pricing, shrink control and inventory to ensure proper product control and that gross profit goals are met
- Supervises department safety and sanitation programs
- Performs Deli Manager duties as needed or assigned
- Teaches, trains, and develops other Associates
- Follows all Health Code guidelines
- Promote and support established programs
- Follows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
- Other duties as assigned
KEY ATTRIBUTES
- Customer service skills
- Leadership Skills
- Food service knowledge
- Genuine
- Honest/Integrity
- Ability to prioritize and multi task
- Detailed Oriented
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Problem solving skills
- Adaptability
- High energy level
- Desire to move up within department
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists with supervising Associates in the Deli Department in the absence of the Deli Manager.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
- One to three months related experience and/or training;
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Write routine reports and correspondence.
- Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
- Ability to work with Supermarket math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and Sales Per Associate Hour
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Food Handler’s Certification as required by State Law provided at store level
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
- Safety Cutter
- Apron
- Uniform per store policy
- Pallet jack
- Ladder and Step ladder
- Associates may be required to use standard deli equipment including, but not limited to
o Knives
o Slicers
o Ovens
o Rotisseries
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)
- Stand
- Walk
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
- Reach with hands and arms
- Communicate with associates and customers
- Taste and smell
- Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)
- Sit
- Climb or balance
- Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Vision
- Close
- Distance
- Ability to adjust focus
- Ability to distinguish colors
- Peripheral
- Depth perception
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regularly
- Moving mechanical parts
- Fumes or airborne particles
Frequently
Occasionally
- Wet and/or humid conditions
- Chemicals while cleaning
- Extreme cold
- Risk of electrical shock
- Vibration
NOISE LEVEL
Regularly
PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)
$18 up to $27/hour (IL Locations Only)
BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.
**Position requirements may vary by store location
