Deli-Bakery Supervisor at Niemann Foods – Quincy, Illinois

SUMMARY

Responsible for the execution, planning and accountability of all Deli and Bakery merchandising, policies and training at store level with the Store Directors and Department Manager staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in defining NFI department vision
• Implements deli & bakery merchandising programs.
• Responsible for planning and merchandising assortment and in-store presentation leading to profitable sales growth.
• Implements strategies to enhance operation profitability.
• Responsible for training of company's managers, programs and advertising plans.
• Responsible for reporting and planning store execution.
• Monitors quality and overall growth in Deli and Bakery at store level.
• Proposes and identifies priority stores or departments.
• Communicates with Directors, Directors of Operation, Management and Associate staff.
• Responsible for utilizing and delegating to resources out in the field (Technical Support).
• Monitors areas and conditions at store level.
• Monitors department safety and sanitation programs
• Understands and enforces all NFI procedures and policies at store level.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Strong leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of retail deli & bakery operations
• Extensive experience in the deli & bakery industries
• Excellent people skills
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Dedicated self-starter
• High energy level
• Open-minded
• Positive attitude/Desire to win
• Complete understanding of supermarket math and numbers
• Organized and very good at forward planning
• Willing to travel

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises their departments or area of responsibility.
• 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; rewarding and disciplining Associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma
• Or two to three years related experience and/or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• 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.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Manager Food Handlers Certificate provided at store level
• Driver's licence

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• General office equipment
• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Hairnets/Hats
• Safety Cutter
• Computer
• Uniform per store policy
• Pallet jack
• Ladder
• Stepladder
• Associates may be required to use deli and bakey equipment including, but not limited to
• Knives
• Slicers
• Ovens
• Rotisseries
• Ovens
• Proofers
• Mixer
• Bread slicer
• Popcorn equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

• 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

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

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

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

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

Vision

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly

• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles

Frequently

• Extreme heat

Occasionally

• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Chemicals while cleaning
• Extreme cold
• Risk of electrical shock
• Vibration

NOISE LEVEL

Regularly

• Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$60,000 - $75,000/annually (IL Locations Only)

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• 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