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How much do deli team leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for deli team leader in the United States is $16.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a deli team leader?

Deli Team Leaders are supervisory staff in grocery store delis or similar food retail environments. They oversee daily operations in the deli section, including managing team members, ensuring food safety and quality standards are met, and providing excellent customer service. Deli Team Leaders are also responsible for inventory management, scheduling staff, and training new employees. Their role is crucial in maintaining a smooth workflow and a positive customer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a deli team leader?

To thrive as a Deli Team Leader, you need experience in food preparation, inventory management, and customer service, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, food safety certifications, and scheduling software is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate staff and resolve customer issues efficiently. These skills ensure smooth deli operations, high product quality, and a positive experience for both customers and team members.

What are some common challenges faced by a deli team leader and how can they be effectively managed?

As a Deli Team Leader, you may encounter challenges such as balancing customer service with operational tasks, ensuring food safety compliance, and managing a diverse team during peak hours. Effective time management, clear communication, and proactive training are key to overcoming these challenges. Building a strong rapport with your team and fostering a collaborative environment can also help ensure smooth operations and high customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Deli Team Leader vs Deli Clerk?

AspectDeli Team LeaderDeli Clerk
ResponsibilitiesSupervises team, manages daily operations, ensures quality standardsPrepares and serves deli products, assists customers, maintains cleanliness
Required SkillsLeadership, team management, customer serviceFood preparation, customer interaction, basic math skills
CertificationsFood safety certification often preferredFood safety certification usually required
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role in retail grocery settingFront-line retail environment in grocery stores

The Deli Team Leader oversees the deli department, managing staff and operations, while the Deli Clerk focuses on food prep and customer service. The Team Leader requires leadership skills and often holds food safety certifications, whereas the Clerk primarily needs food safety knowledge and customer service skills. Both roles are essential in grocery store deli departments, but they differ in responsibilities and scope.

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Infographic showing various Deli Team Leader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,830 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

040 - Food City Deli Asst. Team Lead - Thatcher

Bashas'

Thatcher, AZ • On-site

$19/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Bashas' rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 123 rated grocery stores

Job description


Position Purpose: With a focus on providing superior customer service and leading a successful Deli/Bistro team, the Asst. Deli Team Lead is a Team Lead in training, someone who strives to meet department goals and objectives while providing customers with product expertise and the freshest, tastiest and highest quality deli/bistro products.
Responsibilities: An Asst. Deli Team Lead is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
An Asst. Deli Team Lead's responsibilities include:
  • In the Deli/Bistro Team Leader's absence, directing department personnel, meeting department's goals and objectives, communicating directly with the store director and deli/bistro department supervisors, ordering the products and supplies necessary to maintain adequate stock levels and keep merchandising levels at deli/bistro standards.
  • Overseeing the preparation and serving/merchandising of deli/bistro food service items, which includes such items as, breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees, fried chicken and other fried foods, roasting chickens, pizzas, prepared salads, sandwiches, and other meal items for hot cases, salad cases, and steam tables.
  • Displaying deli/bistro merchandise, such as pre-cut cheeses, packaged salads, and snack items, following del/bistro department and/or company merchandising guidelines.
  • Attentively rotating deli/bistro items for sale, ensuring quality and safety and product shrink control.
  • Meeting all county, city and company food safety and sanitation guidelines and policies.
  • Receiving merchandise for sale and supplies, auditing invoices, breaking down orders, positioning cases of products in the deli storage area or in refrigerated walk-in coolers or frozen food walk-ins' freezers.
  • Understanding the importance of monitoring product pricing, signage, and placement as well as the use of product shelf tags and shelf signage.
  • Keeping clean, neat and orderly sales counters, food prep areas, warehouse shelving and walk-in coolers and freezers.
  • Working safely around sharp slicers, tools and hot ovens and burners.
  • Taking customer orders, ensuring orders are completed on time and to the customer's satisfaction.
  • All other related duties as assigned

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:
Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending
Perks & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation, paid weekly
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
  • Scholarship opportunities for continued education
  • Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
  • Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.
For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:
  1. Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
  2. You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
  3. Rehires must be approved by an HRBP

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