Lead Seafood Deli Manager

Join Dierbergs as a Lead Seafood-Deli Manager and take a leadership role in creating exceptional customer experiences while overseeing the daily operations of our Deli/Seafood Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with a passion for food, team development, and operational excellence. As a key member of the management team, you will help shape the department’s success through effective leadership and a commitment to service excellence.

In this position, you will collaborate closely with the Deli/Seafood Manager to ensure the efficient operation of the department, ensuring all standards are met, and our team is motivated and well-equipped to deliver top-tier service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with the Deli/Seafood Manager to oversee all aspects of department operations, including multi-tasking, providing leadership, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain adherence to food safety and sanitation protocols to create a safe working environment and uphold the highest standards of food quality
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and development of Associates, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team with open communication and continuous feedback.
• Ordering and inventory management
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary department, adhering to proper food-handling procedures, and keeping food-safety top of mind
• Monitor department merchandising, ensuring Hot Case, Cold Service Case, and Self-Service Cases are stocked with fresh products, attractively displayed, and aligned with operational standards.
• Providing friendly, and knowledgeable service to every customer

Qualifications for Success

• 2+ years of food-service experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity, demonstrating your ability to deliver exceptional customer service while effectively managing a team
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent qualification
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, exhibiting strong multitasking abilities and a willingness to adapt and excel in various tasks
• Basic computer skills and ability to use iPad for customer orders, order pick up, and training
• Strong knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation procedures to maintain the highest standards of safety and quality
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying shifts – enjoy a balanced schedule with no late nights, most deli & seafood departments close by 8 pm, allowing for a healthy work-life balance

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs of force occasionally
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs occasionally and up to 20 lbs frequently
• Occasional: Sitting and climbing; frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and handling
• Frequent: Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel
• Constant – Stand, handling, & forward reach

Why Dierbergs is Different:

• Our culture makes us unique. We’re known for being friendly and customer-focused, as well as for treating each other like family.
• You’ll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community.
• As an integral part of our team, you’ll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success.
• With a clear path for advancement, you will have the opportunity to progress to a Department Manager or store management role

What’s in it for you?

• Health and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans
• Paid time off provided, including vacation and personal days
• Weekly pay
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling
• Growth opportunities to support career advancement
• Associate-only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more – being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
• Associate Perks Program in partnership with Working Advantage
• Discounts at Starbucks kiosks within select locations

At Dierbergs, we value individuals who embody our core BEhaviors: Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU. If you’re ready to make an impact and be part of a vibrant team, apply now!

This description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.

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