21720 Store - Deli Lead - FT - OH

Purpose

The Deli Leader ensures the store’s deli department operates at the standards set by the company, driving sales and maximizing profitability. The Deli leader delivers the highest level of customer service and satisfaction by following the company’s Deli’s production and planning standards. The Deli leader demonstrates excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, and commitment to the success of the team.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager and follows direction with the Meat Specialist
• Responsible for leading the performance of the deli department to achieve and exceed metric goals
• Responsibilities include incorporating and adhering to all safety and sanitation standards and expectations, product ordering, merchandising, productivity and maintaining control of shrink to meet company and business unit goals
• Responsible for coaching and training others who complete deli related tasks within the deli department
• Sets and executes all work priorities and directs the assignment of individual tasks within the deli department
• Responsible for enforcing deli policies and procedures within assigned store
• Uses knives, slicers, ovens, stoves, fryers and other utensils or power equipment in accordance to company policies.
• Ensures displays and case signs are updated appropriately, and deli product is presented to maximize sales
• Maintains proper date rotation for dated and undated products per company policy, both in the display case and in the storage cooler
• Prepares and places deli cuts and prepared deli products in display counter according to company policy & procedures so they will appear attractive and appealing to the customers
• Bags, packages both hot and cold deli products in accordance to company standards
• Labels packages according to COOL, USDA and company standards
• Receives and inspects deli product upon delivery, to maintain cold chain and ensure meat quality
• Ensures excellent sanitation and quality standards are met daily and adhered to per company policy
• Responsible for following and executing all company policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to: COOL, Food Safety, Sanitation, Meat/Produce Scale operation, Mark Downs, Inventory Processes, Daily Manager Signoff and Deli production list
• Responsibilities may include other perishable and non-perishable related duties necessary to maintain optimal store performance
• Protects company property, funds and merchandise
• May be assigned to work in more than one store and other areas of the store
  
  
  

About You

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• One year of previous experience hot and cold deli production including using hand tools and power equipment, such as knives, slicers, ovens, stoves, fryers, mixers preferred
• Company work history will be strongly considered, including attendance, work performance, safety, policy compliance and performance management
• Proficiency in basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal skills. Language proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus
• Must be dependable and flexible, including a willingness to work in other areas of the store as needed with little or no advance notice
• Excellent customer service, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to uniform dress code
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Most work is performed in a fluctuating environment. Must be able to work in either hot or cold conditions.
• Requires the ability to reach, bend, twist, balance, lift and transport various objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift; at times, product weight may reach 100 pounds
• Requires the ability to move heavy product with assistance
• Must have the ability to stand, walk and / or move about for extended periods of time
• Requires the ability to push, pull, grasp, for extended periods of time
  
  
  

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively: Attentively listens to others and understands the unique needs of different audiences
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
  
  
  

Our Values

Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our workplace values.

Simplicity (operate) – the drive to identify root cause and innovate to remove complexity to deliver the best outcome

Heart (emotion) – the passion that drives you to get up every day and work hard to strive for excellence

Performance Excellence (mindset) – clearly defining high expectations, driving ownership of key roles and responsibilities, executing with integrity and emphasis while creating a culture of accountability

Respect (philosophy) – taking pride in being inclusive and treating everyone who comes through the doors with respect

Benefits

Eligible for Team Members who are full-time or who average 30 or more hours per week are eligible for health and welfare benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Team Member Referral Program
• Wellbeing Program
• Career development opportunities
  
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and /or location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.