Deli Manager

Albertsons Companies•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

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. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! 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. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Responsibilities

Maintains an enthusiastic customer‑focused atmosphere with fast and friendly service.
Assists customers with product suggestions, special orders, and food preparation recommendations.
Responds promptly and appropriately to incoming calls; resolves customer complaints and escalates to the Store Director when required.
Engages in suggestive selling using telephone, in‑store intercom, and one‑on-one interactions.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all department functions and assists with preparation, cooking, and serving of food items.
Prepares sandwiches, salads, pizzas, hot/cold foods, and party trays following company standards.
Implements correct and efficient product preparation, cooking, and packaging techniques.
Safely operates department equipment including kitchen utensils, fryers, ovens (conventional/microwave/pizza), slicers, grills, food processors, scales, printers, and pallet jacks.
Maintains deli case cleanliness, visual appeal, and appropriate inventory levels.
Ensures the deli department and all equipment are clean, sanitized, and maintain a safe working environment.
Ensures proper temperatures are maintained during food preparation, display, and storage.
Ensures work areas and the entire department meet sanitation and safety standards.
Assists in scheduling employees to ensure adequate coverage and service levels.
Supervises, trains, coaches, and assigns duties to department employees.
Helps identify high‑potential employees for advancement opportunities.
Provides training on store policies, sales procedures, and record‑keeping requirements.
Assists with daily operational planning and monitors production processes aligned with company procedures and profitability goals.
Understands all opening and closing procedures for the department.
Participates in preparation of sales and inventory reports.
Assists with physical inventory conducted every four weeks.
Controls inventory to maintain adequate product quantity, quality, and freshness according to division guidelines.
Stocks, rotates, and organizes product; maintains an organized and clean cooler.
Enforces proper code‑dating practices for all department products.
Builds displays, rotates product, and discards outdated or spoiled items.
Implements seasonal and promotional displays; may oversee salad bar, wing bar, or burger bar operations (where applicable).
Performs receiving duties including breaking down loads, verifying invoices, inspecting quality, reporting shortages, stocking, and rotating product.
Adheres to temperature, storage, and packaging requirements for all incoming product.
Accurately processes administrative paperwork and maintains required department records.
Follows all company policies and guidelines as outlined in the Employee Handbook.