Deli Manager

Albertsons Companies•Irving, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Deli Manager is responsible for leading all deli department operations, ensuring food quality, safety, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. This role oversees production, merchandising, inventory control, team leadership, and compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Requirements

Food quality
Safety
Customer satisfaction
Financial performance
Production
Merchandising
Inventory control
Team leadership
Compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
Exceptional customer experience

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, train, and develop deli associates to meet performance and service expectations
Create effective schedules that align with business needs and labor standards
Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action as needed
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer‑focused service
Oversee daily deli operations, including food preparation, cooking, slicing, packaging, and merchandising
Ensure product quality, freshness, portion control, and presentation standards are consistently met
Manage production planning, forecasting, ordering, and inventory levels
Ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper maintenance of deli equipment
Ensure strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
Maintain accurate temperature logs, sanitation schedules, labeling, and documentation
Ensure proper food handling, storage, rotation, and preparation procedures
Prepare for and address internal and external audits
Drive sales through effective merchandising, promotions, and seasonal execution
Manage shrink, spoilage, waste, and markdowns in alignment with company expectations
Analyze sales trends and production data to optimize labor and product mix
Control department expenses and support overall store financial objectives
Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve escalated customer concerns
Ensure product availability, freshness, and visual appeal meet customer expectations
Maintain a clean, safe, and customer‑ready department at all times