Niemann Harvest Market Asst Delicatessen Mgr

SUMMARY

The Assistant Delicatessen Manager/Trainee assists the Delicatessen Manager with supervising department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, promoting sales, controlling inventory and expenses. The Assistant Delicatessen Manager/Trainee’s responsibilities are assisting the Delicatessen Manager to cover the overall operation and success of the delicatessen, gaining product knowledge and working in a safe manner while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture.

Has a desire to become a Delicatessen Manager when training is completed.

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Learns and uses the three E’s:
  Engagement, Educate, Empowerment
• Assists the Delicatessen Manager in developing, implementing and coordinating aggressive and creative merchandising plans which maximize sales and variety
• Assists with production, stocking and display building
• Knows use, and taste of products offered
• Quality assurance checks of department
• Properly handles and rotates product
• Assists the Delicatessen Manager in supervising the Delicatessen Associates to ensure efficient labor utilization and effectiveness in meeting department objectives
• Responsible for assisting the Delicatessen Manager in receiving, invoicing, pricing, shrink control and inventory to ensure proper product control and that gross profit goals are met
• Supervises department safety and sanitation programs
• Performs Delicatessen Manager duties as needed or assigned
• Teaches, trains, and develops other Associates
• Follows Health Code guidelines
• Promotes and supports established programs
• Follows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
• Leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Problem solving skills
• Adaptability
• High energy level
• Desire to move up within department

• Assists the Delicatessen Manager in supervising a varied number of Associates in the Delicatessen Department
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Responsibilities include training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months related experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Write routine reports and correspondence
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization

• Ability to work with supermarket math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and sales per associate hour

• Food Handler’s Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety cutter
• Apron
• Uniform per store policy
• Pallet jack
• Ladder
• Stepladder
• Associates may be required to use standard deli equipment including, but not limited to
• Knives
• Slicers
• Ovens
• Rotisseries

• Stand
• Walk
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Communicate with associates and customers
• Taste and smell
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• Sit
• Climb or balance
• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

• Close
• Distance
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to distinguish colors
• Peripheral
• Depth perception

• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles

• Extreme heat

• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Extreme cold
• Risk of electrical shock
• Vibration

• Moderate

Depends on industry experience. $18 up to $22/hour (IL Locations Only)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

Position requirements may vary by store location.