What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deli Associate position at Jays IGA?
Responsibilities:
- Provides excellent customer service, makes product recommendations, and answers questions.
- Prepares food for customers, including slicing deli meats and cheeses, making sandwiches, and pricing and packaging items.
- Learns about new deli items and menu options quickly.
- Unloads daily deliveries and makes sure the deli display cases are organized and fully stocked with fresh food.
- Uses portion scales, handheld printers, and point-of-sale systems to price items and complete transactions.
- Operates all deli equipment according to safety guidelines.
- Cleans and sanitizes deli equipment and food surfaces, including meat and cheese slicers, deli display cases, and utensils.
- Follows written and verbal instructions from managers.
- Adheres to federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation guidelines and company policies.
- Able to lift up weight and work in freezers and coolers.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Handles the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, and lifting.
- Collaborates with deli team members and helps other departments as needed.
- Communicates effectively, speaking multiple languages is a plus.
- Enjoys working with customers.
- Strong knowledge of retail math for accurate pricing and inventory management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- At least 1 year of deli experience is preferred
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $9.00 - $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
- Morning shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Alma, GA 31510 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $9 - $11