Deli Manager - Assistant

Albertsons Companies•Lubbock, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Deli Manager - Assistant is first and foremost responsible for guest relations and satisfaction. He/She supports the Department Manager regarding all department duties such as ordering, merchandising, maintaining department conditions and training department clerks. He/She is responsible for assisting the Department Manager in leading the efficient, effective, safe, legal and profitable operations of the department. Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year in restaurant experience
Ability to work and communicate with all levels of management and subordinates in a professional manner
Ability to self-motivate, problem-solve and work with minimal supervision
Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 4 hours)
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. and push and pull up to 100 lbs
Ability to work within a freezer and / or fridge for up to 15 minutes
Be able to perform all other physical aspects of the position including but not limited to bending, squatting, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking
Must possess technical skills to perform basic math and computer tasks (Word, Excel, and Email)
Ability to work at fast-paced, but efficient and controlled manner
Must maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification
Must be flexible to work various hours/shifts, including weekends and holidays
Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits and attitude
Ability to function as a team member and get along with others

Nice To Haves

Culinary, Restaurant or Hospitality degree preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

When a guest enters my area or department, my first and most important responsibility becomes to acknowledge, greet, and engage that guest
Assist in interviewing, training, scheduling, performance and productivity of all department team members
Assists with communication of information distribution to entire department
Responsible for maintaining positive atmosphere, spirit and morale within the department
Demonstrate effective leadership skills by managing time and delegation
Support and execute division concepts and programs
Contribute in executing and meeting financial goals
Ensure quality and consistent product availability and solutions to our guests
Assist with safeguarding, controlling and monitoring all department assets, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented for control of assets
Practice safe work habits; maintain a high level of store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same
Ensure department systems and processes are utilized consistently and correctly
Collaborate with Department Manager for meetings with the department leadership team to effectively plan production and promotion goals
Assist with the coaching and development of team members as necessary in accordance with policies and procedures with support from Department Manager and Talent Management
Assists with coordinating the books and manuals to ensure they are kept updated
Assists with coordinating inventory process and reporting
Must be able to take care of all department issues in the event of the absence of the Department Manager, which would include ordering, delegating, multitasking, forecasting, prioritizing and merchandising
Ensure that Food Safety Procedures are adhered to
Demonstrate good conflict management skills
Performs other duties as requested or required by upper management