Deli Bakery- Assistant Manager

Military Deli and Bakery Services•Great Lakes, IL
•$23 - $23

About The Position

As an Assistant Manager at Military Deli & Bakery Services, you will serve military personnel and their families at a U.S. Military Commissary. You will assist the Deli/Bakery Manager with leading the department, managing employees, providing excellent customer service, meeting commissary requirements, and maximizing profits. This is a hands-on position that may require performing staff duties. The posting notes that this is not a government job and welcomes all applicants.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of grocery or food service experience.
  • Previous shift lead or management experience is mandatory.
  • Ability to stand and walk short distances for an entire shift.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
  • Open availability, including the ability to work some weekends and closing shifts.
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Valid Food Safety Management Certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Deli/Bakery Manager with department leadership and direct and manage 5–10 employees.
  • Maintain high levels of customer service while meeting commissary requirements and maximizing profits.
  • Oversee and enforce food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Track weekly inventory reports and order raw materials and supplies.
  • Assist with employee scheduling and training, and delegate work assignments.
  • Prepare, maintain, and track inventory and work-process records to calculate monthly profit according to company policy.
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment that meets health and safety requirements.
  • Communicate professionally with commissary management to help meet the store’s financial objectives.
  • Monitor customer satisfaction, identify areas for improvement, and assist with developing processes or procedures to address issues.
  • Maintain accurate department records documenting activities.
  • Monitor employee morale and promote a positive teamwork environment.
  • Perform staff duties as required in this hands-on role.

Benefits

  • Great pay.
  • Two weeks of paid vacation after one year.
  • Sick pay available for use during the first year.
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year, eligible at time of hire.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Health insurance, including PPO medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, employee life, and disability coverage.
  • Growth opportunities, including a history of promoting from within.
  • Ability to transfer to another MDBS location in one of 32 states without loss of seniority when relocating for work or school.
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