Full-Time

Assistant Deli Manager

Updated on 9/12/2026

Houchens Industries

Houchens Industries

11-50 employees

Diversified employee-owned holding company

No salary listed

Cape Girardeau, MO, USA

In Person

Travel is required as necessary.

Bachelor's

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) credential is required.
  • No prior experience is necessary.
  • Must have access to a phone at all times.
  • Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Must be trained in all levels of deli work, including cooking, donuts, breads, cakes, meats, and cheeses.
  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including a back belt when lifting and handling heavy objects.
  • Must be able to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent standing, walking, reaching, squatting or kneeling, bending, and handling items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the profitability of the deli operation in accordance with company policy and alongside the Store Manager.
  • Plan and prepare food for customers.
  • Prepare orders and verify that received items match what was ordered.
  • Clean and organize the kitchen to keep it free from safety hazards.
  • Interact with and educate deli clerks on food-preparation tips.
  • Shop for food items for the steam table and cases.
  • Inventory kitchen items and return them to the proper room after use.
  • Make product pulls and put out fresh product.
  • Ensure employees have started their jobs for the day's business.
  • Prepare employee schedules.
  • Complete paperwork and take inventory.
  • Address labor, gross profit, and supply costs daily to make the operation profitable.
  • Merchandise departments for sales and gross profit.
  • Verify prices, tags, and signs.
  • Work toward maintaining a full, fresh, and clean department.
  • Ensure all products are of the highest possible quality.
  • Present food in an appealing manner.
  • Organize food items and utensils.
  • Maintain a neat, clean, and organized department.
  • Train new employees.
  • Provide customers with friendly, courteous, and prompt service; greet customers and assist with inquiries and complaints.
  • Follow job-related instructions and perform other job duties requested by the supervisor.

Houchens Industries is a 100% employee-owned holding company operating subsidiaries in construction, manufacturing and distribution, retail, healthcare, and insurance. Its businesses include road and building construction, motion-control and masonry products, retail fixtures, fencing, beverages, grocery and pharmacy stores, eyewear, and insurance coverage. What sets Houchens Industries apart is its ESOP structure, giving thousands of employees ownership stakes. The goal is to build long-term value for employee-owners through diversified acquisitions.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Founded

1944

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What believers are saying

  • Houchens Insurance Group reached $100 million revenue in May 2025.
  • Houchens announced a 10-year WKU athletic district plan on October 27, 2025.
  • New subsidiaries like H.H. Barnum broaden manufacturing exposure and reduce category dependence.

What critics are saying

  • Acquisition integration failures from 2025-2026 deals can damage cash flow and ESOP value.
  • Heavy dependence on dealmaking makes 2026 growth vulnerable if targets dry up.
  • A large grocery or insurance write-down would hit employee ownership and senior leadership credibility.

What makes Houchens Industries unique

  • Houchens runs a 100% employee-owned ESOP across retail, manufacturing, construction, and insurance.
  • Jordan White joined in February 2026 to source acquisitions and investment opportunities.
  • Houchens keeps buying niche operators like Business Benefits and Pet Food Centers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Company News

The Business Journals
Sep 4th, 2024
Houchens acquires industrial supply manufacturer

The company continues to diversify its corporate portfolio.

Bowling Green Daily News
Jan 12th, 2023
Betty Jean Covey | Obituaries | bgdailynews.com

Betty retired from Houchens Industries.

The Business Journals
Dec 20th, 2022
Air Hydro Power to be acquired by Houchens Industries

Bowling Green, Kentucky-based Houchens Industries Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Louisville-based Air Hydro Power Inc.

WBKO
Dec 6th, 2022
Houchens Industries, Inc., partners announce $420,000 ‘Bridge the Gap’ funds awarded

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - The “Bridge the Gap” program launched by Houchens Industries, Inc. and community partners, in partnership with United Way of Southern Kentucky, has now disbursed nearly $420,000 to assist those impacted by the tornadoes in December of 2021.

The Lane Report
Dec 5th, 2022
Houchens Industries promotes Patrick Coleman to VP of Finance and CFO

Chairman and CEO, Dion W. Houchins is pleased to announce the promotion of Patrick Coleman to the position of Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Houchens Industries, Inc.