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Sprouts

Natural and organic foods retailer

Deli Manager

Retail Store ManagementPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeWilmington, DE, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and have 2 years of supervisory experience and 2 years of deli department experience, or an acceptable combination of experience.
  • Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule that changes with business needs, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Candidates must possess working knowledge of personnel reports, margin reports, weekly sales figures, and financial goals.
  • Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to take and give direction in a team environment.
  • Candidates must have attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving skills.
  • Candidates must have strong organization and planning skills, be able to prioritize, and handle multiple tasks.
  • Candidates must have and maintain Food Safety certification and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, store safety, employee safety, refrigeration, and sanitation.
  • Candidates must be able to lift and carry product weighing up to 70 pounds from 4 to 60 inches high for up to 20 feet without mechanical assistance, for up to 4 hours.
  • Candidates must be able to stand continuously for up to 4 hours and for a total of 8 hours per shift.
  • Candidates must be able to operate a slicer, wrapping equipment, and cooking equipment, and assist in maintaining all equipment in safe working condition.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and merchandise the deli department to maximize productivity and profit.
  • Order and manage inventory controls and product quality.
  • Coordinate production, merchandising, and sales through ongoing planning, direction, and goal setting.
  • Lead a team in delivering quality products, service, and customer experiences.
  • Engage and evaluate team members through coaching, feedback, and one-on-one development discussions, and recommend merit increases through the bi-annual performance review process.
  • Attend and participate in in-store meetings.
  • Recruit, hire, and make promotion or transfer decisions in collaboration with the Store Manager.
  • Exercise independent judgment to address team-member concerns.
  • Take and document corrective actions, including coaching, counseling, progressive discipline, suspension, or termination, in collaboration with business and Human Resources partners as needed.
  • Create and adjust schedules and staffing levels to maximize productivity and efficiency.
  • Communicate standards, expectations, policy changes, and product knowledge to team members.
  • Manage product orders, receiving, and storage.
  • Operate and maintain deli equipment.
  • Ensure health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and regulations are followed, including validating that deli team members follow the procedures.
  • Track weekly sales reports and manage department inventories; order products and supplies to meet customer requirements and gross profit goals.
  • Work with the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, and Assistant Deli Manager to support store and department success through customer service and a passion for food.
  • Serve as a Key Carrier for the store and/or act as Manager on Duty as needed.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

About the Company

Sprouts

Natural and organic foods retailer

Sprouts Farmers Market operates as a specialty grocery retailer focused on natural and organic foods. It runs more than 400 stores in 24 states, offering a curated selection that mirrors a farmers market, including produce, organic options, vitamins and supplements, bulk foods, meat and dairy, and natural body care. Stores are smaller (about 23,000 square feet) to emphasize freshness and efficiency, with a strong distribution network to keep products fresh. A major part of its offering is private-label products (over 2,400 items) that made up about 23% of sales in late 2024, helping margins and loyalty. The company differentiates itself by concentrating on hard-to-find natural and specialty items, health-focused categories (plant-based, gluten-free, keto, paleo), and a farm-market shopping vibe, rather than competing as a traditional grocery store. Its goal is to make natural foods more accessible and affordable while serving as a complementary destination for health-minded shoppers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Phoenix, AZ
Founded
2002

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