Supermarket deli manager - yarra glen

Overview

The Deli Manager is responsible for the overall management of the deli department, including customer service, inventory control, team leadership, and financial performance. The role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, and driving departmental profitability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all administrative tasks are carried out in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Monitor and coach the performance of 2ICs and team members.
• Create weekly rosters aligned with store trading patterns and liaise with the Store Manager to recruit and select team members.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and storage of all stock, ensuring minimal wastage, inter-store transfers, and accurate inventory levels.
• Analyze period trading reports to meet profit budgets and identify opportunities for improving department profitability.
• Manage wage costs by maximizing department productivity and providing wage projections in line with guidelines.
• Control department expenses to stay within the budget without compromising standards.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic work environment.
• Support business development and uphold customer-focused service standards.

Qualifications

• Proven ability in managing inventory and merchandise.
• Understanding of wage budgets and rostering.
• Experience in managing a team.
• Sound knowledge of supermarket best practice.
• Retail passion.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong working relationships with the team.

Job Details

• Job Type(s): Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: $62,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
• Benefits: Employee discount, Professional development assistance, Salary packaging
• Schedule: 8 hour shift
• Supplementary Pay: Overtime pay, Penalty rates, Performance bonus
• Work Authorization: Australia (required)
• Work Location: In person

EEO Statement

Ritchies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.