239 Chefs Kitchen Assistant Deli Manager

Why Ingles

Ingles Markets has a place for everyone! Ingles began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Find your path - growth opportunities abound, and Ingles loves to promote from within!

At Ingles, we work as a team to provide our customers with a warm, hometown shopping experience - and your role is essential to making that happen. While all associates share a variety of responsibilities, our greatest pride comes from greeting customers with a smile and offering helpful service. Join a company that values leadership, safety, and customer satisfaction. Ingles is committed to your growth, offering training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to advance your career in retail management, we’d love to hear from you!

Opportunity

The Assistant Deli Manager supports the Deli Department by overseeing operations during assigned shifts under the direction of the Deli Manager and Store Manager. Responsibilities include ensuring customer satisfaction and product quality, supervising and training associates, and assisting with scheduling and departmental planning.

Key Responsibilites

• Ensure customers receive a positive shopping experience.
• Offer accurate product information and make informed recommendations on deli items.
• Oversee weekly staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
• Train new staff on procedures, food safety standards, and operations.
• Oversee inventory management to maintain freshness, quality, and proper stock levels while minimizing waste.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and condition; maintain required documentation and reports.
• Ensure pricing accuracy in alignment with margin guidelines and departmental objectives.
• Record and monitor price changes, in-store usage, voids, refunds, and spoilage per company policy.
• Stock, rotate, and display deli products according to quality and compliance standards.
• Monitor temperatures and enforce health and safety regulations.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and cases visually appealing.
• Handle damaged or spoiled goods in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure a safe work environment by addressing hazards promptly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Previous deli experience is preferred.
• SERV Safe Certification is preferred.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs especially during times of high volume and/or stress.
• Must be able to read and do simple math problems. 
• Wants to be part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• 18 years of age or older.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) with company matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave (FT only)
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave (FT only)
• Company paid life insurance (FT only)
• Scholarship program for High School Seniors