Associate - Deli

Deli Associate

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy serving food with pride and precision?

Joseph's Deli departments are consistently voted "Best Deli" in the cities we serve, and our Deli Associates play a key role in maintaining that reputation. From handcrafted sandwiches and beautifully prepared party platters to delivering premier customer service, our Deli team helps create the quality and experience customers expect every day. As a Deli Associate, you'll be part of a high-energy, team-oriented department that takes pride in doing things the right way.

Growth & Learning at Joseph's

We believe in developing our team from within. As a Deli Associate, you'll gain hands-on experience in food preparation, customer service, and department operations while learning the standards that set Joseph's apart. Many of our leaders started in entry-level roles, and we're committed to helping motivated team members grow their careers with us.

Routine Tasks:

• Provide excellent customer service by offering product knowledge, answering questions, and making personalized suggestions
• Maintain product freshness through regular rotation and quality checks
• Restock and rotate displays to ensure visual appeal and freshness
• Package, label, and price self-service items accurately
• Slice meats and cheeses, prepare custom sandwiches, and fulfill custom/special orders and party platters
• Operate deli equipment safely, including meat and cheese slicers, ovens, knives, scales, and other Deli equipment
• Assist with other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior deli or food preparation experience preferred
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic math and reading skills
• Strong attention to detail and visual presentation
• Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude
• A passion for serving people

Physical & Work Environment

A Deli Associate performs their tasks primarily in the Deli department. This role involves walking and standing for extended periods and lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds. The position includes frequent interaction with customers and fellow team members in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Benefits Include:

• Positive Work Environment
• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Personal Days
• 20% Employee Discount

We'd love to tell you more.

If you have questions about the Deli Associate role, growth opportunities, or what it's like to work in our Deli department, we encourage you to reach out. We're always happy to share more about how you can learn, grow, and thrive at Joseph's Classic Market.