Deli Specialist

This role embodies passion, excellence, hospitality, and teamwork, delivering an exceptional guest experience while maintaining operational integrity. Reasonable Accommodation: Consistent with applicable laws, The Fresh Market will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to The Fresh Market.

The Fresh Market & You::

Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests. We create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience with exceptional, personal service. We’re looking for a new team member who strives for excellence and brings positive energy, commitment, and a “can-do” attitude to work every day. We value teamwork and celebrate our successes as a team and will value your contribution!  

 

Our added benefits for joining The Fresh Market team

Team Member discount up to 40%  Early Earn Wage Access (You can access up to 50% (max $500) of your earned wages on-demand per pay period) 401K contribution and company match Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans are available Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and many more.

About the Position::

Do you have a passion for food? Are you committed to delivering an excellent experience for guests? As the Deli Specialist, you will provide deli department excellence, ensuring product freshness, merchandising accuracy, and compliance with food safety standards. This role embodies passion, excellence, hospitality, and teamwork, delivering an exceptional guest experience while maintaining operational integrity. You will support deli inventory accuracy, ensure rotation standards, and presentation, while supporting guest engagement and department readiness for promotions and seasonal events.

What You'll Do::

• Ensure all deli products meet freshness and quality standards, including proper rotation and dating.        
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.
• Coordinate with department leadership on ordering and replenishment of deli items.    
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and freshness, ensuring proper receiving and storage procedures.  
• Play a key role in compliance during key item transitions and promotional events. 
• Execute planograms and maintain accurate product placement and signage.  
• Follow all TFM policies, food safety requirements, and sanitation procedures. 
• Engage guests with a friendly, helpful approach when on the sales floor. 

Availability::

This position requires the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. 

Qualifications::

At a minimum, what you’ll need: 

• 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business. 
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams. 
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals. 
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older. 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Associate’s degree in business, retail management, or related field; or equivalent experience. 
• Experience in grocery, fresh food retail, hospitality or high-volume specialty retail environment 
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and financial reporting. 
• Bilingual skills.a

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer::

The Fresh Market is a proud, equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  

 

Reasonable Accommodation: Consistent with applicable laws, The Fresh Market will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to The Fresh Market. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.  

 

The statements in this job posting describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role, but are not all inclusive. The Fresh Market looks forward to talking with interested candidates to share additional details about the applicable responsibilities, duties and skills required