Deli Department Head Jobs

Denninger's Foods of the World

Location:
Canada, Burlington

Category:
Gastronomy

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Job Description:

The role of the Deli Department Head is to manage the operation of the Deli department efficiently and effectively to achieve Sales and Net Operating Profit (NOP) goals while giving customers an excellent shopping experience.

Job Responsibility:

Supervises and participates in daily departmental operation including but not limited to: customer service, slicing, packaging, weighing and labeling of deli products
Monitors product rotation and discounting, escalating product feedback to vendors as applicable
Responsible for departmental ordering to support the Company's Merchandising and Promotional strategies
Participate in regular department head meetings to address strategic direction and departmental needs
Responsible for expense control in the deli including but not limited to labor and operational expenses and preventative maintenance
Provide training to new and existing Associates on Company best practices, company expectations as well as policy adherence
Provide performance management to ensure the department aligns with the Company Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles
Manages Departmental schedule and communicates staffing needs to Store Manager as required
Keyholder responsibilities including opening, closing an mid- shift duties
Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

A minimum of 2 years service with Denninger’s or equivalent experience in a similar retail environment
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the department
Demonstrate a hands on management style
Proven leadership skills and ability to delegate
Demonstrates strong communication skills throughout all levels of the organization
Demonstrates professionalism throughout all levels of the organization
Proven ability to handle confidential information
Excellent time management skills
Stand and walk for extended periods of time
Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders
Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat
Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds
Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds
Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation
Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)

What we offer:

A rewarding and fun work atmosphere
Participation in Department Head Bonus Program
Employee Recognition Program
20% Staff discount across all locations
50% Staff discount at our Bistro/ Bitehaus
Perks Program (Monthly Super Staff Discounts, Goodlife Discount, Perkopolis and more)
Health, vision and dental benefits six month after hire
Employee Assistance Program
Access to 24/7 virtual health care
Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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