Deli Commissary Associate

Deli Commissary Associate

Sendik's Food Markets: Join a Century of Excellence. Sendik's Food Markets is far more than a grocery storewe are a family-owned company built on a century-long tradition of providing "only the best." With our 2026 Centennial Anniversary marking a century of excellence, we seek passionate individuals eager to join a team defined by exceptional quality, genuine service, and community pride. We currently operate 17 store locations across Southeastern Wisconsin. At Sendik's we blend the warmth of a local grocer with the energy and nimbleness of a fast-paced, innovative retail environment. We empower our associates to become experts, fostering a culture where every single person contributes to our signature, award-winning customer experience. If you are looking for a career where your passion for service and hard work lead to genuine growth and make a tangible impact right in your community, you belong at Sendik's.

The Deli Commissary Associate is responsible for preparing, packaging, and labeling deli and specialty food items in a commissary (central kitchen/production facility) setting. This role plays a critical part in producing high-quality, ready-to-eat products that are distributed to our 18 retail store locations. The associate must ensure that all items meet company standards for quality, consistency, and food safety, while maintaining a clean and efficient work environment.

Our Values:

Service: We will treat every customer like a beloved family member or friend and find a way to say "yes" to our customers. It's important that we engage with every customer that enters our store, and follow the 10/4 rule. At the end of any interaction with a customer, we will offer a sincere "Thank you for your business!"

Passion: We have a passion for excellence and to be the best at what we do. We will seek product knowledge and commit to quality by believing in the Sendik's brand.

Nimbleness: Provide great solutions for our customers by exploring all possibilities and welcoming change. We will be quick to respond to our customers and use "Red Truck Service" when additional assistance is needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare deli items such as sandwiches, salads, sides, and entrees according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines
• Produce and assemble a variety of specialty items unique to the Sendik's brand, ensuring consistency and quality across all 18 store locations.
• Slicing meats and cheeses using the deli slicer
• Weigh, package, price and label Deli items
• Assist with maintaining the back cooler including; rotating stock, dating and cleaning
• Maintain sanitation and temperature logs as needed
• Operate, maintain and clean deli equipment including knives, ovens, fryers, dishwashers, coolers and slicers
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety/sanitation regulations and procedures
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily and weekly production goals and deadlines.
• Assist with all other Deli Department duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of Deli equipment
• Eagerness to interact with customers
• Strong sense of team ability to anticipate the needs of the team
• Ability to work at a fast paced and efficient manner
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions independently regarding department needs and priorities, under general supervision
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organization skills
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, push/pull for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds