Deli Manager

Position Summary

The Service Deli Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the deli department, ensuring high-quality food preparation, strong merchandising, and an exceptional customer experience. This role drives sales and profitability, manages food safety compliance, and develops a high-performing team to deliver fresh, ready‑to‑eat products that meet company standards.

• Oversee all daily deli operations including food preparation, slicing, packaging, and merchandising
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, production plans, and presentation standards
• Manage ordering, inventory, and production levels to meet customer demand while minimizing waste
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure proper maintenance of slicers, fryers, ovens, and prep areas
• Deliver outstanding service through fast, friendly, and accurate interactions
• Assist customers with product selection, special orders, and meal solutions
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally
• Maintain a welcoming and well‑organized service counter

• Ensure strict adherence to all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper temperature logs, labeling, and handling procedures
• Enforce cleaning and sanitation schedules across all work areas and equipment
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local health department standards
• Drive department sales through effective merchandising, promotions, and suggestive selling
• Monitor shrink, waste, and labor costs to meet financial targets
• Analyze sales and production data to adjust ordering and preparation levels
• Maximize profitability while maintaining product quality and availability
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise deli associates
• Coach and develop team members on food preparation, safety, and customer service standards
• Provide performance feedback, recognition, and accountability
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented work environment
• Maintain clean, attractive, and well‑stocked service cases and displays
• Ensure accurate pricing, signage, and product labeling
• Execute promotional programs and seasonal offerings
• Maintain backroom and prep area organization

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of deli, food service, or grocery management experience preferred
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience required
• Strong knowledge of food safety, preparation, and merchandising practices
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast‑paced environment
• Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work around hot equipment and in refrigerated conditions
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Safety & Quality Assurance
• Leadership & Team Development
• Sales & Profitability Focus
• Operational Execution
• Store Director

• Job Identification: 727846
• Job Category:
  Retail, Store Ops
• Posting Date: 06/24/2026, 12:29 AM
• Locations: 435 FM 548, FORNEY, TX, 75126, US
• Banner:
  Tom Thumb
• Union Status:
  Non‑Union

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 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or 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.

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