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Director of Operations

D'Angelo Italian Market
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

Lead Something That Really Matters.


This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of everything we do — from daily deli operations to catering execution to staff management and vendor relationships. If you thrive in a fast-paced, family-run environment and want your work to have real community impact, this is your seat at the table.


What You’ll Do


• Oversee daily operations across the deli, market, and catering divisions

• Lead, schedule, and develop a close-knit team of deli associates and catering staff

• Manage vendor relationships, ordering, and inventory control

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, allergen protocols, and health code compliance

• Collaborate with ownership on business strategy, growth initiatives, and allergy-safe certification goals

• Streamline systems and processes to improve efficiency and guest experience

• Handle catering logistics from booking through execution

• Monitor financials, labor costs, and operational budgets

What You’ll Bring


• 5 years of operations experience in food service, deli, catering, or hospitality

• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Deep respect for food safety standards and allergen awareness

• A collaborative, hands-on leadership style — no task is beneath you

• Experience with POS systems (Clover experience a plus)

• Passion for food, community, and family-run business values


Company Description
D’Angelo Italian Market and Catering is a family-owned Italian deli, market, and full-service catering business in Princeton, NJ — and we’re growing. We’re transforming into one of the only certified allergy-safe Italian markets in New Jersey, and we need a strong, experienced operations leader to help us get there.

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000

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