About this role
About Balducci’s Food Lover’s Market
At Balducci’s , we’re a market for foodies, by foodies . With a rich heritage dating back to 1916, we’ve grown into a premier specialty gourmet food retailer serving the Mid-Atlantic United States. Our stores are known for offering the very best in gourmet finds, international delights, and chef-prepared foods —all curated to inspire and delight.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality across every department, from locally grown produce and prime cut meats to fresh seafood , imported cheeses , and artisanal products . Whether you're entertaining guests or preparing a weeknight dinner, Balducci’s is your trusted destination for culinary excellence.
What You’ll Do
As the Deli Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Prepared Foods and Deli department. Your responsibilities will include:
- Opening Duties: Prepare the department for business each day—cleaning, restocking, checking for expired items, and merchandising displays.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and support front-of-house deli staff, assist with training, and foster a positive, customer-first culture.
- Customer Service: Engage with customers, answer questions, offer product recommendations, and ensure a high-quality shopping experience.
- Product Management: Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory; ensure products are properly priced, labeled, and displayed.
- Food Prep & Safety: Use deli equipment (slicers, ovens, fryers), maintain sanitation standards, and follow food safety protocols.
- Inventory & Technology: Participate in monthly inventory counts and use basic tech tools for ordering, scheduling, and communication.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in a deli or prepared foods department, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- Skills: Strong product knowledge, basic knife skills, and familiarity with deli equipment.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead a team and maintain high standards of service and cleanliness.
- Tech Savvy: Comfortable with email, basic ordering systems, and scheduling tools (training provided).
- Food Safety: Sanitation & Food Safety certification preferred (we’ll help you get certified if needed).
What We Offer
We believe in taking care of our team. Your total compensation package may include:
- 12 days of PTO annually
- 40 hours of sick time
- 6 recognized holidays
- 401(k) match up to 7%
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EPA) benefits
- 30% employee discount
- And so much more!
Balducci's Food Lover's Market is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
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