Deli Commissary Associate - Sendik's Food Market

Sendik's Food Markets, a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel “Top Workplace” since 2012, is a rapidly growing organization looking to hire people who thrive in a customer-oriented, fast-paced environment. We are a family-owned business with a goal of offering our customers the best grocery shopping experience, period. We do this by selling products of the highest quality for a great value, all while providing exceptional customer service. We currently have 18 store locations – Whitefish Bay, Wauwatosa, Mequon, Grafton, Elm Grove, Franklin, Greenfield, Germantown, New Berlin, West Bend, Bayside, Hartland, Greendale, Brookfield – The Corners, Waukesha – Meadowbrook, Hales Corners, Marquette and Oconomowoc with a focus on continued growth. When you accept a position with Sendik’s, you are joining our family and a team of associates that have a never quit attitude. We truly believe we have the best team that is motivated by providing the best service to our customers and each other. I look forward to you being a part of our family and delivering on the Sendik’s difference.

Role Title

Deli Commissary Associate

Manager

Deli Manager

Job Summary

The Deli Commissary Associate will be responsible for preparing for food production events, prepare the items (like salads, entrees & dips) and package them to send out to all store locations. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean and safe environment for all of our associates and we work together to accomplish this goal.

Our Values:

Service: We will treat every customer like a beloved family member or friend and find a way to say “yes” to our customers. It’s important that we engage with every customer that enters our store, and follow the 10/4 rule. At the end of any interaction with a customer, we will offer a sincere “Thank you for your business!”

Passion: We have a passion for excellence and to be the best at what we do. We will seek product knowledge and commit to quality by believing in the Sendik’s brand.

Nimbleness: Provide great solutions for our customers by exploring all possibilities and welcoming change. We will be quick to respond to our customers and use “Red Truck Service” when additional assistance is needed.

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Slicing meats and cheeses using the deli slicer
• Weigh, package, price and label Deli items
• Prepare deli items, various deli salads, pizzas, sandwiches/wraps, and dips according to the daily production schedule
• Assist with maintaining the back cooler including; rotating stock, dating and cleaning 
• Maintain sanitation and temperature logs as needed
• Operate, maintain and clean deli equipment including knives, ovens, fryers, dishwashers, coolers and slicers
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety/sanitation regulations and procedures
• Assist with all other Deli Department duties as needed

Qualifications: 

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age due to required operation of Deli equipment
• Eagerness to interact with customers
• Strong sense of team – ability to anticipate the needs of the team
• Ability to work at a fast paced and efficient manner
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions independently regarding department needs and priorities, under general supervision
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organization skills 
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, push/pull for extended periods of time 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds