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Assistant Deli Manager

Tom Thumb Supermarket, Gainesville, TX, United States


The Assistant Deli Manager supports daily deli operations by ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, merchandising, and customer service. This role assists with associate leadership, production execution, and operational readiness while supporting the Deli Manager in meeting sales, shrink, and labor objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily deli operations, including food preparation, cooking, slicing, packaging, and merchandising

Ensure proper rotation, dating, temperature control, and food safety compliance

Assist with ordering, inventory control, shrink reduction, and out‑of‑stock prevention

Maintain full, attractive hot and cold service cases and grab‑and‑go displays

Execute promotions, seasonal programs, and value‑added deli offerings

Ensure accurate pricing, signage, and portion control

Leadership & Team Support

Assist with training, coaching, and development of Deli associates

Help assign daily workloads and manage production schedules

Provide real‑time feedback and reinforce productivity and quality standards

Support attendance management and performance accountability

Assume department leadership responsibilities in the Deli Manager’s absence

Customer Service

Deliver friendly, prompt, and knowledgeable customer service

Address customer questions, special orders, and concerns professionally

Promote deli products, meal solutions, and catering options as applicable

Operational & Safety Standards

Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment readiness at all times

Ensure compliance with food safety, health department, and company standards

Follow all company policies, labor guidelines, safety rules, and asset protection procedures

Assist with inspection readiness and corrective actions

Qualifications

Previous deli, food service, or retail experience preferred

Supervisory or lead experience a plus

Strong organization, communication, and time‑management skills

Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Ability to stand, lift, slice, cook, and perform repetitive tasks

Working Conditions

Food production environment with exposure to heat, fryers, ovens, and cold storage

Fast‑paced, hands‑on role requiring extended standing and physical activity

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