Deli Manager at Albertsons Companies

Lakeway, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Production, Merchandising, Food Safety, Labor Management, Associate Development, Inventory Management, Shrink Control, Customer Service, Staff Scheduling, Compliance, Quality Control, Budgeting, Team Leadership, FIFO, Catering Management, Performance Management

Industry

Retail

Description

Position Summary The Deli Manager is responsible for leading all deli department operations, including food production, merchandising, food safety, labor management, and associate development. This role ensures high‑quality prepared foods, strong customer service, and compliance with food safety and sanitation standards while meeting sales, labor, and shrink goals. The Deli Manager plays a critical leadership role in one of the store’s most service‑intensive and operationally complex departments. Key Responsibilities Deli Operations & Food Production * Oversee daily deli operations including food preparation, cooking, slicing, and service * Ensure adherence to recipes, portion control, and production standards * Maintain consistent product quality, freshness, and availability throughout the day * Monitor hot and cold food programs and adjust production based on demand * Ensure deli cases, service counters, and displays are fully stocked and properly presented Food Safety, Sanitation & Compliance * Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations * Enforce proper food handling, temperature control, and storage procedures * Maintain cleanliness and organization of all deli prep, service, and storage areas * Complete required logs, temperature checks, and documentation accurately * Prepare the department for health inspections and internal audits Associate Leadership & Development * Hire, train, coach, and develop deli associates * Schedule associates to meet business demands and labor budgets * Assign daily tasks and monitor execution of production and service plans * Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and corrective action as needed * Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and customer service Labor & Productivity * Plan and manage department labor to balance service levels and cost control * Monitor productivity and adjust staffing based on traffic and production needs * Ensure accurate timekeeping and compliance with attendance policies * Minimize overtime and inefficiencies while maintaining service standards Inventory, Ordering & Shrink Control * Manage ordering of deli products, ingredients, and supplies * Monitor inventory levels and control waste, spoilage, and shrink * Ensure accurate inventory counts and proper rotation (FIFO) * Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions Merchandising & Sales Execution * Execute deli merchandising standards, promotions, and seasonal programs * Ensure accurate pricing, signage, and case presentation * Partner with store leadership to drive deli sales and promotions * Adjust product assortment and displays based on sales trends Customer Service * Deliver excellent customer service and resolve deli‑related concerns * Support custom orders, catering, and special requests as applicable * Maintain a visible leadership presence during peak business hours * Ensure associates provide friendly, efficient, and safe service Scope of Authority * Directly manages deli associates * Makes day‑to‑day operational decisions within the deli department * Partners with Store Director and ASD on performance management and discipline * Does not independently finalize terminations without leadership approval Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4). Pay Transparency: Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay*, PTO/Vacation pay*, paid holidays*, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis. *For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.

Responsibilities

The Deli Manager leads all department operations, including food production, merchandising, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. They are responsible for managing labor, developing associates, and meeting sales and shrink goals to ensure high-quality service.