Deli Manager
Location: Portrush
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience - Bonus scheme
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Join Our Team
We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and hands-on Deli Manager to join our busy and growing deli team. Working alongside an existing Deli Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the department, ensuring excellent food quality, customer service, and team performance.
Our deli offers a wide range of freshly prepared products, including hot breakfasts, made-to-order sandwiches/salad bowls, freshly prepared grab-and-go sandwiches, hot lunch options, and a selection of baked goods. We are looking for someone who not only has strong operational and leadership skills but also brings fresh ideas, creativity, and a passion for growing the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the daily management of the deli alongside the existing Deli Manager.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the deli team to maintain high standards of service and food preparation.
- Oversee the preparation and service of hot breakfasts and lunch offerings.
- Manage the production of fresh sandwiches, both made-to-order and pre-packed for retail sale.
- Drive sales through effective merchandising, product presentation, and the promotion of baked goods and additional deli products.
- Introduce new ideas for products, promotions, seasonal offerings, and ways to improve the customer experience.
- Identify opportunities to increase sales, improve efficiency, and enhance the deli’s reputation within the local community.
- Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures are followed and documented correctly.
- Complete and maintain all required records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, stock controls, and food safety documentation.
- Assist with stock ordering, stock rotation, inventory management, and waste control.
- Monitor product quality, availability, and presentation throughout the day.
- Handle customer queries and ensure an outstanding customer experience.
- Support staff training, scheduling, and performance management.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in a deli, food service, catering, supermarket, or hospitality management role.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team.
- A creative mindset with a passion for fresh food and developing new ideas.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities to grow sales.
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
- Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ability to thrive in a busy, customer-focused environment.
- Experience with stock management, record keeping, and compliance procedures.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to lead by example.
We are looking for someone who wants to make a real impact, bring new energy to the department, and help us continue to grow and evolve our deli offering.
Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
