Deli Supervisor

Weavers Way Co-op•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Weavers Way Co-op is seeking a dependable, driven Deli Supervisor to support the Deli department at its Chestnut Hill location. The position is full-time, with an anticipated 35 or more hours per week. Open availability is preferred, with weekend availability as needed. The supervisor helps train and oversee departmental staff, manage deli purchasing and inventory, ensure proper product handling and merchandising, maintain clean and safe food-preparation areas, and provide friendly, efficient service to members. The role also supports the co-op’s mission and its People-Planet-Profit philosophy of benefiting the community, employees, and local vendors while operating sustainably.

Requirements

Commitment to the mission and goals of Weavers Way Co-operative Association.
3–5 years of experience in a deli setting.
At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of deli products and merchandising.
Ability to work well in a team setting.
Strong communication skills with supervisors, staff, and members.
Commitment to superior member service.
Ability to multitask and remain calm under stress.
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment when necessary.
Ability to follow through on commitments.
Ability to keep detailed, clear records and to develop and follow standard procedures.
Be or become, upon hiring, a member in good standing of Weavers Way Co-op.

Nice To Haves

Open availability is preferred.
Weekend availability as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist in training new departmental staff in standard practices and procedures, sanitation, product information, and customer service.
Supervise departmental staff by setting daily and long-range priorities for tasks and projects and informing staff.
Observe all Weavers Way policies and procedures.
Coordinate purchasing with the purchasing manager, monitor standing orders, and adjust them according to customer demand, seasonal needs, and display limitations.
Ensure proper procedures are followed for receiving, bagging, pricing, labeling, storage, rotation, and display.
Merchandise and market deli products and plan attractive displays with uniform signage.
Review invoices for accuracy and coordinate returns and supplier credits where applicable.
Maintain a vendor file and ordering and receiving schedule; negotiate with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery.
Develop and maintain a product database for ordering and pricing.
Ensure displays are fully stocked and rotated to guarantee freshness.
Maintain clean displays and food-preparation areas that meet health department standards.
Develop and maintain a list of supplies needed for deli operations and keep back-stock and supply-storage areas clean and orderly.
Check equipment for safe and proper operation and report maintenance needs.
Provide friendly and efficient member service, including product information, product location, and special orders.
Assist members as needed or direct their inquiries to someone who can help.
Assist with quarterly inventories.
Perform other duties as assigned by a manager or supervisor.