Deli Assistant Manager- Store 30
About The Position
The Deli Assistant Manager is the on-site leader of the store’s deli and food service operations and reports to the Store Manager. The role is the primary operator of the deli, accountable for execution, team leadership, and the performance of the fas craves proprietary food program. It focuses on driving sales, operational excellence, team development, and a high-quality customer food experience. The position leads daily deli operations, including food preparation and presentation, merchandising, promotions, food safety, sanitation, inventory, scheduling, and financial performance. The Deli Assistant Manager also serves as the in-store subject matter expert for food service initiatives, partners with the Store Manager on store goals, and supports wider store operations as needed. The role is for an overnight shift, typically between 10 PM and 6 AM, and requires availability on weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- Meet the minimum age requirement: at least 18 in CT, FL, LA, MI, MA, MS, MO, NC, SC, TX, TN, AZ, and CO; at least 21 in all other states.
- Be available to work weekends and holidays and work the overnight shift, typically between 10 PM and 6 AM.
- Be prepared to work on your feet for most of the shift and work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
- Have basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
- Frequently lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen and be subject to a criminal history background check.
- Obtain or be willing to obtain Food Safety Certification.
- Demonstrate a friendly, positive demeanor and ability to make people feel welcome.
- Be detail-oriented, reliable, responsible, punctual, trustworthy, and adaptable to a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail or customer service experience is appreciated but not required.
Responsibilities
- Own day-to-day deli operations and ensure consistent execution of food programs, especially fas craves standards and growth.
- Lead food preparation, presentation, merchandising, and promotional execution to maximize sales and customer engagement.
- Serve as the in-store subject matter expert for food service initiatives, rollouts, new items, and operational updates.
- Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing deli team focused on food quality, speed, and service.
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and accountability to team members.
- Create and manage deli schedules to ensure appropriate staffing and peak-time coverage.
- Ensure food is prepared safely, consistently, and according to company standards.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health compliance, including temperature logs, cleaning routines, and code dating.
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation.
- Manage deli financial performance by controlling food cost, waste, and labor efficiency.
- Oversee inventory ordering, receiving, rotation, and shrink control.
- Drive sales growth through upselling, promotions, and effective merchandising.
- Partner with the Store Manager to align deli operations with store goals and performance.
- Handle deli-related operational issues and opportunities as the on-site deli leader.
- Support broader store operations as needed while remaining accountable for deli performance.
- Deliver a fast, friendly, high-quality food experience each shift.
- Address customer feedback and resolve concerns promptly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
