# Deli Associate

> Save More Marketplace · Minocqua, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-07-27

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Deli

## Description

### Save More Marketplace

### Job Description – Deli Associate

### Position Title:

Deli Associate

### Department:

Deli

### Reports To:

Deli Manager

### FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

### Position Summary

The Deli Associate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service while preparing, packaging, merchandising, and maintaining fresh deli products. This position plays a key role in ensuring food quality, safety, cleanliness, and product availability while creating a welcoming shopping experience for every customer.

### Essential Duties & Responsibilities

-   Greet every customer in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
-   Prepare and package deli meats, cheeses, salads, hot foods, and other prepared items according to company standards.
-   Slice meats and cheeses accurately based on customer requests.
-   Maintain attractive, fully stocked service cases and self-service displays.
-   Rotate product using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
-   Monitor product quality and freshness; remove and properly dispose of outdated or unsellable products.
-   Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature control procedures.
-   Clean and sanitize workstations, slicers, equipment, utensils, and preparation areas throughout the day.
-   Maintain proper labeling, pricing, and date coding on all products.
-   Assist with receiving deliveries and stocking inventory.
-   Prepare catering trays and special customer orders as needed.
-   Accurately weigh, package, and label products.
-   Follow all company safety procedures and immediately report hazards or equipment issues.
-   Assist in maintaining department organization and cleanliness.
-   Work cooperatively with other departments to support overall store operations.
-   Perform other duties as assigned by management.

### Qualifications

-   Previous deli, food service, restaurant, or grocery experience is preferred but not required.
-   Strong customer service and communication skills.
-   Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
-   Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
-   Dependable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
-   Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

### Physical Requirements

-   Frequently stand and walk for extended periods.
-   Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
-   Frequently bend, twist, reach, and stoop.
-   Use hands and arms continuously while operating slicers, scales, and other equipment.
-   Work safely around sharp equipment and hot surfaces.
-   Work in refrigerated and freezer environments as needed.

### Work Schedule

-   Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
-   Overtime may be required based on business needs and must be approved by management.

### Food Safety Expectations

All Deli Associates are expected to:

-   Follow all local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
-   Practice proper handwashing and personal hygiene.
-   Maintain safe food temperatures during storage, preparation, and service.
-   Wear required personal protective equipment.
-   Immediately report any food safety or quality concerns to management.

### Success in This Role

A successful Deli Associate demonstrates:

-   Outstanding customer service
-   Reliability and punctuality
-   Attention to detail
-   Pride in cleanliness and food quality
-   Teamwork and a willingness to help wherever needed
-   Commitment to maintaining Save More Marketplace's high standards of freshness and service

## Apply

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