Deli Seafood Associate

Deli/Seafood Associate · Part & Full-Time Opportunities · Dierbergs Markets

Deli/Seafood Associates work as a team to prepare quality products, assist customers, and provide excellent customer service.  They have a variety of responsibilities that play a part in running the Deli:  

• Provide exceptional customer service that goes above and beyond 
• Learn and promote our variety of deli and seafood products and use suggestive selling techniques 
• Process customer orders accurately and efficiently 
• Work in varied temperature-controlled environments (refrigerator, freezer and hot food preparation) 
• Operate and clean equipment safely according to training procedures, by reading warnings, and following instruction manuals. i.e., knives, slicers, fryers, rotisseries, smoker, skewers, ovens, frying pans, hot case, microwave oven, r air oven, steamer, chicken warmer and case, hot food warmer, wrappers, cheese grater, and scales 
• Prepare and cook products in a warm kitchen with temperature of oil and ovens up to 500 degrees 
• Follow safe food handling guidelines whenever preparing food according to S.A.F.E. program standards  
• Maintain appropriate temperatures and avoid cross-contamination throughout production and storage 
• Prepare party tray orders, follow directions from food specification book or order form 
• Weigh, wrap, and label products using digital and manual scales 
• Cut meats and cheeses using electric slicers according to training manual and customer requests 
• Fill serving bowls with ready-made deli salads, and place in deli counter case 
• Rotate products and check expiration dates  

Essentials  

• At least 16 years of age 
• Ability to follow recipes, charts, invoices and temperature gauges 
• Basic computer, math and measurement skills (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, conversions, and percentages) 
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule that includes weekends and holidays 
• Prompt and regular attendance based on your schedule 
• Adherence to our dress code, appearance and personal hygiene standards 
• A Hepatitis A vaccination (MO locations only) 
• May be cross-trained in other departments  

Physical Requirements  

• Lifting & Carrying - Up to 30 lbs. occasionally, lift products up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest occasionally 
• Pushing & Pulling - Up to 20 lbs. force occasionally 
• Occasional - Sit, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, climb, overhead reach, and shovel 
• Frequent - Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, and feel 
• Constant - Forward reach, standing, and handling  

What’s in it for you?

• Weekly paychecks – yes, we are going to pay you every single week!
• Medical insurance, 401(k), pension plan, and paid time off – even for part-time Associates
• Automatic, scheduled pay increases to reward your awesome performance
• Work/life balance and flexible scheduling
• Training and growth potential to help you reach your career goals with us
• Wellness initiatives, Associate appreciation and volunteer opportunities to keep you engaged and involved