Description
Serve customers at the deli counter by taking orders, slicing meats and cheeses, and preparing sandwiches and salads. Weigh, wrap, label, and price items; handle payments. Maintain stocked, attractive cases and uphold strict food safety and sanitation standards.
- • Train or assist in training new deli associates.
- • Greet customers and take deli orders in person and by phone.
- • Slice meats and cheeses to requested thickness using deli slicers.
- • Weigh, price, and label products accurately using scales and PLUs.
- • Prepare made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, and salads per recipes.
- • Portion, package, and wrap cold cuts, cheeses, and prepared foods for takeout.
- • Assemble deli trays and party platters according to specifications.
- • Set up, stock, and merchandise the deli case and service line.
- • Rotate stock using FIFO and check freshness dates.
- • Monitor, record, and maintain safe temperatures for hot and cold cases.
- • Cook or heat simple deli items such as soups and hot sides safely.
- • Prepare and package grab-and-go salads, sides, and desserts.
- • Provide ingredient, allergen, and nutrition information to customers.
- • Brew coffee or tea and fill beverage orders when offered.
- • Accept payments, make change, and issue receipts at the register.
- • Balance cash drawers and reconcile sales as assigned.
- • Clean and sanitize slicers, knives, cutting boards, and counters regularly.
- • Wash dishes, pans, and utensils; operate dish machines as needed.
- • Sweep, mop, and keep prep and service areas clean and organized.
- • Follow handwashing, glove use, and cross-contamination prevention procedures.
- • Monitor and order ingredients, packaging, and supplies; restock as needed.
- • Receive, inspect, label, and store deliveries to maintain quality and safety.
- • Date, label, and markdown close-dated items per policy.
- • Log production, waste, and shrink according to procedures.
- • Notify supervisors of shortages and coordinate special orders.
- • Prepare online or call-ahead orders and coordinate pickup.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
