DELI/ASST DEPT LEADER

King Soopers, based in Colorado, is a leading grocery retailer that has been proudly serving customers across Colorado and Wyoming for several decades. Since merging with The Kroger Company in 1983, King Soopers has grown into a prominent member of the Kroger family of companies, operating over 115 stores. The company is dedicated to providing exceptional grocery shopping experiences, driven by a passion for food and people with a commitment to the core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. King Soopers prides itself on fostering a work environment where employees are valued and supported, enabling them to grow both personally and professionally. It emphasizes innovation, community involvement, and the shared goal to "Feed the Human Spirit" through quality products and outstanding service.

The Deli Department Manager at King Soopers plays a crucial role in creating an outstanding customer experience by delivering exceptional service and maintaining a safe, clean environment. This position is focused on achieving sales and profit goals for the deli department while ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards. The manager is responsible for overseeing all departmental functions, duties, and activities. They lead by example, demonstrating the company’s core values, and cultivating a positive, inclusive atmosphere for associates and customers alike. This role requires strong leadership skills to promote teamwork, communicate effectively, and empower the deli team to meet or exceed performance targets. Additionally, the manager develops scheduling plans, trains associates, and manages inventory while maintaining safety protocols and compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines.

As part of the King Soopers team, the Deli Department Manager also contributes to store-wide promotional activities and strategic business planning. They are instrumental in preparing budgets, controlling expenses, analyzing profit and loss statements, and implementing marketing strategies that drive customer engagement and sales growth. This role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to handle stressful situations, and a commitment to fostering trust and respect among team members. The manager also ensures quality and freshness of products, interacts directly with customers to enhance their shopping experience, and supports company safety programs rigorously.

King Soopers offers a dynamic work environment with flexible scheduling options for full- and part-time roles, incorporating paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility. Employees benefit from comprehensive health coverage plans, financial and emotional support services, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing training opportunities designed to foster career advancement. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about food retail, committed to exceptional customer service, and eager to take on leadership responsibilities within a well-established and respected company.