Deli Manager - Food Giant Hopkinsville, KY

Houchens Food Group is a prominent food company committed to delivering quality products and excellent service across its various operations. Established with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, Houchens Food Group prides itself on maintaining high standards in food preparation, safety, and employee development. This company operates multiple food service and retail outlets, emphasizing both product quality and profitability under a team-driven environment. Houchens Food Group supports equal employment opportunities and fosters an inclusive workplace culture, ensuring all hiring decisions are free from discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy. The company also accommodates employees' religious beliefs, disabilities, or pregnancy-related needs, subject to relevant policies and regulations.

The current opening is for a Deli Manager, a key role responsible for overseeing the deli operation’s profitability in alignment with company policies alongside the Store Manager. The position requires a combination of food preparation expertise and operational management skills. This role involves planning and preparing food for customers, managing inventory, supervising deli clerks, and maintaining food safety and quality standards. The Deli Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the deli operates smoothly and profitably, with attention to labor costs, gross profit, and supply expenses being a daily focus. Responsibilities include scheduling, paperwork, ordering supplies, organizing merchandise to optimize sales, and delivering excellent customer service. Training new employees and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized deli environment are also key components of this position.

This position offers a pay scale commensurate with experience, reflecting the value placed on skilled leadership and food service expertise. Being an essential part of the Houchens Food Group team, the Deli Manager will contribute directly to customer satisfaction and the overall success of the store. This role demands a hands-on manager who can work effectively with staff and customers alike, ensuring that all deli products meet high-quality standards and are presented appealingly. The candidate must also uphold company standards related to cleanliness, safety, and efficiency, driving the department toward its sales and profit goals while fostering a positive workplace culture. The opportunity to work with a reputable food company like Houchens Food Group provides a stable yet dynamic environment for career growth within food service management.