Deli Clerk

Albertsons Companies • San Buenaventura (Ventura), CA

14h • $17 - $24

About The Position

As a Deli Clerk, you prepare fresh food and provide friendly, efficient customer service. You assist customers choosing deli meats, cheeses, hot foods, and prepared items; slice meats; and prepare grab-and-go options. You also stock the department, prepare hot and cold items, maintain organized displays, and monitor product freshness and temperature. The role involves restocking, taking orders, using food preparation equipment, and keeping the department clean and ready in a fast-paced environment.

This is an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. The posting describes a general nature of the work; duties and skills may vary by store, and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to operate slicers and food preparation equipment following training and safety guidelines.
• Basic math skills for weighing, portioning, and transactions.
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Comfort standing for extended periods, lifting products up to 35 pounds, and working in varying temperatures.
• Clear communication when taking customer orders in person or by phone.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing customer demand.

Nice To Haves

• Prior food service or customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience preparing deli products, including slicing, assembling, and portioning.
• Knowledge of deli meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and hot case items.
• Attention to detail, organization, time management, merchandising awareness, and cash-handling ability.

Responsibilities

• Help customers select deli meats, cheeses, hot foods, and prepared items, taking orders in person or by phone.
• Prepare deli products by slicing, assembling, and portioning items, including hot and cold foods and grab-and-go options.
• Stock the department and maintain clean, organized, and visually consistent display cases.
• Monitor product freshness and temperature and follow food safety, sanitation, and company procedures.
• Use slicers and food preparation equipment according to training and safety guidelines.
• Process transactions and make accurate change using register systems, where applicable.
• Maintain accuracy in portioning, labeling, pricing, and order completion.
• Manage multiple tasks while maintaining workflow and service speed.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Associate discounts.
• Training, career growth, and development supported by leaders.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Vacation and paid time off.
• Depending on length of service, hours worked, applicable collective bargaining agreement, and company policy, benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed