DELI/ASST DEPT LEADER

We are looking for a Deli Associate to create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service, maintain a safe and clean environment, meet sales and profit goals, and control quality assurance standards for the department. Responsibilities include monitoring all functions and duties related to the Deli department and demonstrating the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. The position is based in Portland, Oregon. Benefits Wide range of healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreements. Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service. Emotional and financial support with free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco. Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and more. Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through the industry-leading Continuing Education program. Vast potential for growth through industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways. Minimum Qualifications Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction). Ability to handle stressful situations. Current food handlers permit once employed. Desired Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Any management experience. Any deli or retail experience. Second language proficiency (speaking, reading and/or writing). Promote trust and respect among associates, with a positive attitude. Communicate company, department, and job-specific information to associates. Establish department performance goals and empower associates to meet or exceed targets through teamwork. Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume. Train and develop associates on their job performance and participate in the performance appraisal process. Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store. Inform customers of produce specials and offer product samples to help customers discover new items. Review and inspect products for quality and freshness and take appropriate action. Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results. Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management. Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in-store promotions, especially those that affect the department. Prepare and submit seasonal critiques to the sales and merchandising supervisor. Implement the period promotional plan for the department. Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports. Schedule daily, weekly, and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs. Plan and organize the inventory process, maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions, note any discrepancies, train associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO). Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained. Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures, identifying unsafe conditions, practicing preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment, notifying store management of any items in need of repair and of customer or employee accidents. Report all safety risks, or issues, and illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud. Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines. Ability to work cooperatively in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment. Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner. Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information. Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues. Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults. Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr