Deli Lead  (Full Time)
Location: Windsor
Department: Deli

DELI LEAD

REGULAR FULL TIME - $22.00-25.00/HR

SHIFTS: COMPLETE OPEN AVAILABILITY - WEEKENDS REQUIRED

POSITION SUMMARY

As Deli Lead, you focus on supporting the Deli Manager with the daily operations and profitability of the Deli Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide excellent customer service, address the needs of customers, and answer their questions in a timely and effective manner. 
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the financial needs of the Deli Department. 
• Supervision, delegation of tasks, and development of the Deli Team in the absence of the Deli Manager and Assistant Deli Manager.
• Ensure daily tasks are completed accurately and timely. (e.g. waste logs, time and temperature logs, prep list, etc.)
• Place vendor orders and intercompany transfer orders to maintain appropriate levels of back stock.
• Prepare products according to the Company’s specifications and recipes. 
• Package, weigh, label, and price products for full and self-service cases, using the Cry-O-Vac (ROP) when appropriate.
• Preparation of catering orders.
• Accountable for inventory on the floor. (e.g. merchandising, facing products, pulling inventory, rotating perishable items, proper and accurate signage, product placement, etc.) 
• Maintain display cases to ensure product quality, cleanliness, and accuracy of signs and pricing. (e.g. set up displays, check dates and rotate, replenish ice, etc.)
• Responsible for the breakdown and inspection of delivery/vendor orders.
• Ensure deliveries are properly organized and stored in appropriate areas. 
• Provide and maintain a professional work environment for the growth and development of the department.
• Create and sustain collaborative and productive working relations with coworkers and outside vendors.
• Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously.
• Operate and maintain equipment in accordance with Company cleanliness and safety standards.
• Follow and ensure compliance with established procedures, including Weight and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices. 
• Immediately reports safety hazards and violations to supervisors.
• Maintain and ensure maintenance of a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment.
• Works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 18+ years old.
• Advanced product knowledge. (e.g. prepared foods, cooking techniques, etc.)
• Proficiency in sub-departments in the Deli (taqueria, pizzeria, poke, packing) as applies to specific store location.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and operations-related applications. 
• Demonstrated ability in knife handling, other cutting equipment, and safety procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership and employee development skills. 
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills. 
• Demonstrates financial acumen. 
• Ability to support the successful flow of the department and act as back up when necessary.  
• Ability to effectively prioritize and delegate competing tasks in a fast paced, evolving environment. 
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures with attention to detail.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Team-player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear and effective communication style, both written and verbal. 
• Basic math skills.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED). 
• Food Handlers Certificate (ServSafe or ANSI compliant organization).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT - The list below outlines the expectations, requirements, and conditions of this position. 

• Works with and around flour/grains, dairy, fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and/or other food allergens.
• Constantly lifts/carries 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• In a work day: constant standing/walking.
• Work requires the following motions: standing, walking, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and reaching. Bending and twisting at waist and neck. Reaching above and below the shoulders.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures from work in and around freezers, coolers, refrigerators, ovens, stovetops, grills, barbeques, etc., inside and outside of the store in all weather conditions.
• Consistent work in wet and dry conditions.
• May require use of ladders or step stools.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals (gas, fumes, chemicals).
• Work with and around tools and equipment, including but not limited to knives, personal protective equipment, forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, baler, etc. 
• Intermittent noise from equipment and machinery.
• Wear non-slip, water and oil resistant closed-toe shoes.

BENEFITS

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Wages & Benefits
• Medical, Dental, And Vision
• 401 (k) retirement
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time off
• Flex Spending Account for Medical & Dependent Care
• Regular Wage Increases
• Commuter Benefits
• Safety Incentive Program
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

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