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Deli Department Manager Reports To: Senior Fresh Manager Are you a retail, restaurant, food-service ... Director. * Additional Duties : Prepare coaching sessions, performance reviews, and other ...

Deli Department Manager Reports To: Senior Fresh Manager Are you a retail, restaurant, food-service ... Director. * Additional Duties : Prepare coaching sessions, performance reviews, and other ...

Deli Department Manager Reports To: Senior Fresh Manager Are you a retail, restaurant, food-service ... Director. * Additional Duties : Prepare coaching sessions, performance reviews, and other ...

DELI/DEPT LEADER

Evergreen, CO · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Managing the scheduling of Deli associates to provide adequate department coverage to meet customer ... Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special ...

DELI/DEPT LEADER

Mukwonago, WI · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

Managing the scheduling of Deli associates to provide adequate department coverage to meet customer ... Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special ...

DELI/DEPT LEADER

Louisville, CO · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Managing the scheduling of Deli associates to provide adequate department coverage to meet customer ... Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special ...

DELI/DEPT LEADER

Centennial, CO · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Managing the scheduling of Deli associates to provide adequate department coverage to meet customer ... Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special ...

DELI/DEPT LEADER

Glendale, WI · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

Managing the scheduling of Deli associates to provide adequate department coverage to meet customer ... Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special ...

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How much do deli department director jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for deli department director in the United States is $22.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Deli Department Director vs Deli Department Manager?

AspectDeli Department DirectorDeli Department Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple deli sections, develops strategies, manages staff, and ensures sales targets are met.Manages daily operations of the deli, supervises staff, and maintains product quality.
CredentialsTypically requires relevant food service or retail management experience, possibly certifications in food safety.Requires food safety certifications and experience in deli or retail management.
Work EnvironmentOffice-like setting with oversight responsibilities across the deli department.On-site in the deli department, directly involved in daily operations.

The Deli Department Director focuses on strategic oversight and department-wide management, while the Deli Department Manager handles daily operations and staff supervision. Both roles require food safety knowledge and management experience, but the director's role is broader and more strategic.

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Deli Department Manager

Festival Foods

Fond Du Lac, WI • On-site

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago


Festival Foods rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 277 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Location : Name
Fond du Lac
Position Type
Full-Time
Company Overview
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Job Summary
Join our Festival Foods Team as a Deli Department Manger!
Job Title: Deli Department Manager
Reports To: Senior Fresh Manager
Are you a retail, restaurant, food-service or culinary leader with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership and food preparation skills can make a difference? If you have a knack for retail management and a drive to inspire and support your team, we want to hear from you!
Developing associates and providing excellent guest service is at the heart of what we do. Whether it's a friendly greeting, answering questions or addressing guest concerns, you'll handle each interaction with professionalism and care. Your willingness to help guests with what they need, and develop your team of associates, will make a positive impact every day.
External Job Description
What You'll Do:
As a Deli Department Manager at Festival Foods, your responsibilities will include:
  • Leadership & Training: Lead, support, and reinforce Festival Foods culture and performance expectations. Provide thorough and consistent training for new and current deli associates, manage staff schedules, and support associates' professional development. Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching to enhance team performance.
  • Staff Management: Partner with Human Resources to recruit and interview candidates, extend job offers, and manage staffing levels. Ensure effective onboarding and retention strategies, including follow-up training at 30, 60, and 90 days post-hire.
  • Operational Management: Oversee deli labor goals, inventory management, and pricing accuracy. Place orders with vendors for special and holiday items and maintain proper signage throughout the deli department.
  • Guest Service Excellence: Address guest concerns, resolve issues, and ensure exceptional service by living the boomerang principle. Contribute to the overall cleanliness and organization of the deli department.
  • Profitability & Compliance: Manage gross profit goals, shrink control, and ensure adherence to all safety, food safety, and company policies. Document policy violations and conduct corrective actions in collaboration with HR and Store Director.
  • Additional Duties: Prepare coaching sessions, performance reviews, and other documentation. Ensure accurate timekeeping and attendance records for deli associates.
  • Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
  • Support the Team: Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:
To succeed as a Deli Department Manager, you should have:
  • Education & Experience: High School Education or equivalent, with at least 5 years of leadership experience (including 2 years in a managerial role) preferred. Experience in retail, restaurant, or food service is preferred.
  • Skills & Knowledge: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively lead and collaborate with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of retail food business, perishable department operations, and merchandising. Proficiency in technology and computer use.
  • Safety & Compliance: Comprehensive knowledge of safety requirements and company policies. Ability to apply safety training and operate equipment such as hand jacks, slicers, and fryers. Must have or obtain a WI Certified Food Manager License (certification cost covered by Festival Foods)

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Stand in one place for a long period of time, bend, stoop, and kneel regularly
  • Full range of upper body motion
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
  • May be exposed to varying temperatures such as refrigerators, freezers, kitchens and sales floor

Work Schedule:
The Deli Department Manager is a full-time position. The typical schedule includes weekends, weekdays, and holidays, with one night shift per week and one late night per month. Shift times are subject to change based on store needs.
Ready to lead our deli team and make a difference in our food service environment? Apply now to bring your store management skills to Festival Foods.
Benefits Overview
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
  • Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
  • Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
  • Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
  • Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
  • Save for Your Future: Offering a 401(k), we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
    At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates. Festival Foods believes that an inclusive environment for teammates of all backgrounds and perspectives strengthens our ability to serve our guests and communities, as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
    Location : Address
    1125 East Johnson St
    Location : City
    Fond Du Lac
    Location : State/Province
    WI
    Location : Postal Code
    54935

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    About Festival Foods

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    Festival Foods serves guests in 40 full-service, state-of-the-art supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. At Festival Foods, we're not simply selling groceries, we're on a mission! Every business decision we make is based on our "Boomerang Principle"--empowering our associates to make decisions and take actions that will "Bring the Customer Back". We are proud to be a family and employee-owned company.

    Industry

    Retail

    Company size

    5,001 - 10,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    De Pere, WI, US

    Year founded

    1946