What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deli Kitchen Manager position at Festival Foods?
Fort Atkinson
Full-Time
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate 40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Join our Festival Foods team as a Deli Kitchen Manager!
Job Title Deli Kitchen Manager
Reports to Deli Manager
Join our Festival Foods team as a Deli Kitchen Manager and lead the team to create exceptional guest experiences! In this role, you’ll oversee deli kitchen operations, from managing inventory and food quality to driving production decisions that meet guest demand. You’ll also have the opportunity to inspire and develop your team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about food, leadership, and providing top-tier service, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Deli Kitchen Manager at Festival Foods, your responsibilities will include
To succeed as a Deli Kitchen Manager at Festival Foods, you should have
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The Deli Kitchen Manager is a full-time position. The shift to be worked will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Festival Foods offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your food service career and make a lasting impact on our deli department. Join us in providing guests with convenient, delicious restaurant-quality dining options while leading a high-performing food preparation and cook team!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
328 Washington Street
Fort Atkinson
WI
53538
Full-Time
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate 40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Join our Festival Foods team as a Deli Kitchen Manager!
Job Title Deli Kitchen Manager
Reports to Deli Manager
Join our Festival Foods team as a Deli Kitchen Manager and lead the team to create exceptional guest experiences! In this role, you’ll oversee deli kitchen operations, from managing inventory and food quality to driving production decisions that meet guest demand. You’ll also have the opportunity to inspire and develop your team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment. If you’re passionate about food, leadership, and providing top-tier service, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Deli Kitchen Manager at Festival Foods, your responsibilities will include
- Deliver Outstanding Guest Experiences Create engaging, memorable experiences by recognizing and reacting to guests’ needs, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated.
- Lead and Develop Your Team Thoroughly and consistently train, support, and inspire deli kitchen associates to ensure high retention and top performance, providing ongoing feedback and coaching.
- Ensure High-Quality Standards Monitor recipe execution, shrinkage, and overall quality control to maintain the highest standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Oversee Deli Operations Manage inventory, order deli kitchen products from vendors, and ensure proper food rotation, temperature management, and replenishment of all products on display.
- Collaborate and Encourage Teamwork Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment by leading by example, encouraging cooperation among staff, and working closely with store and Support Office associates.
- Drive Production Decisions Analyze weekly movement reports and make informed decisions on production levels to meet guest demand without overstocking or waste.
- Ensure Department Cleanliness and Organization Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work environment, including work areas, shelving, and sales floor, to comply with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Honor Commitments Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
- Support the Team Other duties as assigned.
To succeed as a Deli Kitchen Manager at Festival Foods, you should have
- Leadership Experience At least 3 years of leadership experience, with 1 year in a management role in retail grocery, restaurant, fast food, or food service.
- Communication Skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and team members in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Attention to Detail Strong focus on quality control, food safety, and inventory management.
- Safety Awareness Full understanding of safety requirements and ability to apply on-the-job safety training.
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Stand in one spot for a long period of time, bend stoop, and kneel regularly.
- Full range of upper body motion.
- Lifting up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
- May be exposed to extreme temperatures.
The Deli Kitchen Manager is a full-time position. The shift to be worked will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Festival Foods offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your food service career and make a lasting impact on our deli department. Join us in providing guests with convenient, delicious restaurant-quality dining options while leading a high-performing food preparation and cook team!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
- Associate Discount Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
- Weekly Pay & Premium Pay Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
- Two-Week Advanced Scheduling Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
- Vision & Dental Insurance Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
- Support Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
- Save for Your Future Offering a 401(k), we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
328 Washington Street
Fort Atkinson
WI
53538