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Deli Service Associate Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

Food Service Associate

Englewood, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $26.64/hr

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

Food Service Associate

Englewood, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $26.64/hr

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

Deli Associate

Delta, CO · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy • Smiling and making others smile is your favorite • You are eager ...

Deli Associate

Grand Junction, CO · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy Smiling and making others smile is your favorite You are eager ...

Deli Associate

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy Smiling and making others smile is your favorite You are eager ...

Deli Associate

Grand Junction, CO · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy • Smiling and making others smile is your favorite • You are eager ...

Deli Associate

Idaho Springs, CO · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy Smiling and making others smile is your favorite You are eager ...

Deli Associate

Delta, CO · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

You are someone who prides themselves on exceptional customer service and their knowledge of deli ... associates gives you energy Smiling and making others smile is your favorite You are eager ...

Food Service Associate 8530

Englewood, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $26.64/hr

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

Food Service Associate, PRN

Englewood, CO · On-site

$18.50 - $26.64/hr

The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in ... Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit ...

DELI/CLERK

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

DELI/CLERK

Denver, CO · On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

DELI/CLERK

Denver, CO · On-site

$14 - $17.25/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

DELI/CLERK

Durango, CO · On-site

$13 - $16/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

DELI/CLERK

Conifer, CO · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

DELI/CLERK

Arvada, CO · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

A Kroger Deli Clerk creates an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service while encouraging other associates to do the same. As a Deli team member, you will establish and maintain a ...

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Deli Service Associate information

What is a deli service associate?

Deli Service Associates are grocery store employees who work at the deli counter, assisting customers with their orders for sliced meats, cheeses, salads, and prepared foods. They are responsible for food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, restocking displays, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Deli Service Associates also provide customer service by answering questions about products and making recommendations. Good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are important for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a deli service associate?

To thrive as a Deli Service Associate, you need basic food preparation skills, knowledge of food safety procedures, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with deli slicers, scales, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and food handling certifications are typically required. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a team are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe food practices, customer satisfaction, and smooth deli operations in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges a deli service associate faces, and how can they be overcome?

Deli Service Associates often encounter challenges such as managing high customer volume during peak hours, maintaining strict food safety standards, and efficiently juggling multiple tasks like slicing meats, preparing orders, and keeping displays fresh. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Building good communication with team members and proactively restocking supplies can help ensure smooth operations and excellent customer service.

What is the difference between Deli Service Associate vs Cashier?

AspectDeli Service AssociateCashier
Primary RolePreparing and serving deli products, maintaining display casesHandling customer transactions at checkout
Work EnvironmentDeli counters, food prep areasCash registers, checkout lanes
Required SkillsFood handling, customer serviceCash handling, basic math, customer service
CertificationsFood safety certifications often preferredCash handling experience may be preferred

While both roles involve customer service in retail settings, a Deli Service Associate focuses on food preparation and deli product service, whereas a Cashier primarily handles transactions at the checkout. Both positions require strong customer service skills, but the Deli Service Associate emphasizes food safety and preparation, making it distinct from the cashier role.

Is being a deli service associate hard?

Being a deli service associate involves tasks such as slicing meats, preparing sandwiches, and maintaining cleanliness, which require attention to detail and good customer service skills. The job can be physically demanding and may involve standing for long periods, but it generally has manageable responsibilities and hours. Experience with food safety and sanitation standards is helpful but not always required.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Deli Service Associate jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Deli Service Associate job openings:

$18.50 - $26.64/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description


Location: 3425 S Clarkson St, Englewood, CO 80113

Shift Options: Full-time, M-F, rotating every other weekend required

  • 6am-2:30pm

Salary Range: $18.50 - $26.64 
Position Summary:
The Food Services Associate is responsible for assisting the Food Service leadership team in implementing a world-class quality food service program.  This position is responsible for participating in the daily production and serving of food for patients, staff, and visitors in the floor bistros and/or main cafeteria including serving meals from a cafeteria-style line, operating a cash register, preparing food items on a griddle and/or fryer, preparing and assembling ingredients for hot and cold food items, setting up/restocking serving areas, cleaning assigned areas, assembling and delivering nourishments, helping wash dishes and/or pots and pans.
Position Requirements:

  • Licensure/Certification/Registrations:None
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.          
  • Experience:Cashier and/or computer experience preferred.  One 1-3 years of foodservice experience preferred.
  • Skills & Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication skills required.  Ability to read and write in English and perform basic arithmetic calculations.  Maintain strong interpersonal skills and ability to build cooperative working relationships with all staff members, patient, families, and visitors required. Strong ability to work as a team.  Adhere to Hospital and department specific safety standards and guidelines.  Demonstrate exceptional customer service and interact effectively with patients, families, visitors, staff. 
Essential Functions:
  • Prepare serving area for meal service including setting up salad bar, deli, grill/fryer, fruit, beverages, snacks, dessert, steam table area, oatmeal/soup, condiments, and paper supplies.  Obtain utensils needed for serving correct portion size.  Restock all food/supplies during and after service, as needed.
  • Batch cook grill and fryer items for maximum quality and minimum waste.
  • Serve patients, staff, and visitors their meals including making the effort to meet special requests.
  • Assist patients during meal service, as needed including but not limited to obtaining harder to reach items, opening cartons, and cutting meat.
  • Operate cash register by accurately ringing up all items the customer is wanting as soon as they are ready to check out, so their wait is minimized.  Processes credit cards, payroll deduct, meal cards, and cash transactions.  Accurately makes change.  Setup/close cash drawer by counting money and following departmental procedures including completing cash reconciliation sheet.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitized service area at all times.  Bus, clean, and sanitize tables after meals are served.  Clean assigned serving area and equipment including cabinets, counters, fryer, grill, refrigerator/freezers, carts, and beverage dispensers.  Filter fryer grease.  Clean and fill salt/pepper and sugar shakers.
  • Prepare, measure, and assemble ingredients for cold food items including washing, peeling, and cutting fruit; washing and preparing lettuce and tomatoes for deli sandwiches; slicing meat and cheese; and any other items needed for salad bar, deli, or Grab ‘N Go items.  Prepare salad bar, fruit, Grab ‘N Go salads and/or sandwiches.  Operate food slicer, food processor, blender, and mixers.
  • Prepare, measure, and assemble ingredients for hot food production including washing, peeling, and cutting fresh vegetables and cutting/slicing raw meat or any other tasks related to hot food production.  Pull meat out of freezer, label and date, and place in cooler.  Put food items in oven, put timer on oven, pull food items out of oven.
  • Evenly cut and place desserts on plates, so it is ready for service ensuring that all pieces look attractive.
  • Make, assemble, and deliver patient nourishments/snacks. Take nursing supply inventory.  Assemble and deliver nursing supplies.

** This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.  Employee may perform other related duties as assigned.

Craig Hospital Benefits: 

Benefit Eligible Positions:

Craig Hospital offers an amazing benefit package for those employees who are benefit eligible.  Our medical insurance is a self-funded plan administered by Allegiance Benefit Plans with two different comprehensive plans. We have dental insurance through Delta Dental of Colorado. Craig Hospital’s vision plan is provided by EyeMed. Other benefits offered to our employees include Life Insurance, Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Craig also provides and pays for both Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance plans for every benefit-eligible employee. Our Paid Time off (PTO) and Extended Illness (EIB) banks are very competitive for paid days off for vacations, sick days, holidays and personal time. Additionally, we have a 403b Retirement Plan with matching contributions through Empower Retirement that you are eligible for upon hire.  Craig Hospital also offers Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Programs.

Craig Hospital Benefits:

 Per-Diem Positions:

Employees who are not benefit eligible due to working less than 24 hours/ week or being Per-Diem are able to participate in Craig Hospital’s 403B Retirement plan through Empower Retirement. Additionally, you would be able to take advantage of the programs offered through the Employee Assistance Programs.