About this position
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
Prepares made-to-order deli sandwiches and provides friendly, efficient service at the deli slicing counter. Ensures high standards of food quality, freshness, sanitation, and customer service while supporting daily deli operations.
Requirements:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare made-to-order sandwiches and deli items according to established recipes, portioning, and food safety standards.
- Operate deli slicing equipment safely and accurately to fulfill customer requests.
- Greet customers promptly and assist with sandwich selections, meats, cheeses, and deli products.
- Advise customers on product quality, portion sizes, storage, and preparation methods.
- Stock, rotate, and maintain sandwich bar ingredients to ensure freshness and availability.
- Set up, stock, face, and maintain deli displays, cases, and coolers.
- Bag, wrap, label, and package customer orders and special requests.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the sandwich bar, slicing counter, prep areas, shelves, and equipment.
- Monitor product quality, remove outdated or unsellable items, and obtain credit for product when applicable.
- Stamp, mark, or tag merchandise with accurate pricing as needed.
- Review and maintain deli pricing structure and signage.
- Follow all Island Market procedures, food safety guidelines, and safety standards.
- Perform any and all other assigned tasks.
- Understand that this job description is a fair representation of the duties and does not include all aspects of the position.
Job Qualifications / Required Skills / Key Competencies
- Experience in a deli, food service, or customer-facing environment preferred
- Ability to operate deli slicers safely (training provided if needed)
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail, cleanliness, and food safety
- Ability to calculate discounts and percentages
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
Work Environment
- Regularly exposed to cold and hot temperatures, food odors, moisture, and noise
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift objects up to 50 lbs
- Work performed at sandwich prep stations, slicing counters, and refrigerated cases