Deli Manager – Freshies, Ellsworth, ME
Join Freshies – Ellsworth and become part of a company that values community, teamwork, and employee growth. We offer competitive pay, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for advancement in a fast-paced, customer-focused deli.
What You’ll Do
As a Deli Manager, you’ll oversee daily deli operations and team performance:
- Lead, coach, and develop deli team members to deliver excellent customer service
- Manage day-to-day operations including food preparation, production, and execution
- Create schedules aligned with business needs and labor targets
- Order, receive, and manage inventory; ensure proper rotation, labeling, and storage
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and consistency
- Complete required reporting including inventory, spoilage, sales, and labor tracking
- Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards are consistently followed
- Maintain deli cleanliness, organization, and overall appearance
- Respond to customer concerns and ensure a positive experience
- Train new employees on Freshies® standards, procedures, and expectations
- Communicate operational needs, issues, and opportunities to leadership
Qualifications
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Experience in food service, deli, or kitchen operations preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable using basic computer systems and handheld technology
- High school diploma or GED required; additional education a plus
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification required (or ability to obtain)
Why Join Freshies?
- Competitive hourly pay
- Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
- Allstate Voluntary Benefits (accident, critical illness, wholesale life w/long term care)
- Discounts on heating fuel and services
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Be part of a company that values community involvement and employee development
Apply Today
Start your career with a company that invests in its people and promotes from within.
R. H. Foster is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.