Deli Specialist

The Fresh Market Inc • City of Saratoga Springs, NY

4h

About The Position

The Deli Specialist helps maintain deli product freshness, quality, presentation, and availability. The role includes rotating and dating products, executing planograms, coordinating ordering and replenishment with department leadership, and verifying deliveries and their proper storage. The specialist also supports compliance during product transitions and promotions, follows food safety and sanitation procedures, and provides friendly assistance to guests on the sales floor.

The position requires a flexible schedule that may include weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. Work involves prolonged standing or walking, repetitive hand and arm movements, bending and reaching, handling items weighing up to 50 pounds, exposure to extreme temperatures, use of specified tools and equipment, and wearing approved hair coverings and personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• At least 1 year of experience in retail, grocery, restaurant, or hospitality operations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements, grasp, bend, and reach.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, including up to 4 hours without a break or as required by law.
• Ability to use knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Ability to wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail, culinary, and/or grocery experience.
• Experience with electronic shelf label systems, inventory management technology, or AI-enabled retail tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure deli products meet freshness and quality standards, including proper rotation and dating.
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• Coordinate with department leadership on ordering and replenishment of deli items.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and freshness and ensure proper receiving and storage procedures.
• Support compliance during key item transitions and promotional events.
• Follow company policies, food safety requirements, and sanitation procedures.
• Engage guests with a friendly, helpful approach when on the sales floor.

Benefits

• Team member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access, allowing access to up to 50% (maximum $500) of earned wages on demand per pay period.
• 401(k) contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time-off purchase plans.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for individuals and family members.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and other offerings.

What This Job Offers

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