Harvest Market Asst Delicatessen Mgr at Niemann Foods – Ann Arbor, Michigan

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 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 varietyAssists with production, stocking and display buildingKnows use, and taste of products offeredQuality assurance checks of departmentProperly handles and rotates productAssists the Delicatessen Manager in supervising the Delicatessen Associates to ensure efficient labor utilization and effectiveness in meeting department objectivesResponsible for assisting the Delicatessen Manager in receiving, invoicing, pricing, shrink control and inventory to ensure proper product control and that gross profit goals are metSupervises department safety and sanitation programsPerforms Delicatessen Manager duties as needed or assignedTeaches, trains, and develops other AssociatesFollows Health Code guidelinesPromote and support established programsFollows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role modelOther duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
Leadership SkillsAbility to prioritize and multi taskDetailed OrientedAbility to work in a fast paced environmentProblem solving skillsAdaptabilityHigh energy levelDesire to move up within department

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Delicatessen Manger 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• One to three months 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 work with Supermarket math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and Sales Per Associate Hour

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• 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

o Knives

o Slicers

o Ovens

o Rotisseries

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsCommunicate with associates and customersTaste and smellLift and/or move up to 10 pounds

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

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlLift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

SitClimb or balanceLift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

CloseDistanceAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colorsPeripheralDepth perception

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly

Moving mechanical partsFumes or airborne particle

Frequently

Extreme heat

Occasionally

Wet and/or humid conditionsToxic or caustic chemicalsExtreme coldRisk of electrical shockVibration

NOISE LEVEL

Regularly

Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$18 up to $22/hour

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
• MI Earned Sick Time (ESTA)
• 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