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0-5 years of experience
Assisted customer with any inquires in a grocery food setting
- Prepared hot dishes and maintained a clean area for customers to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
- Sliced and served different types of delicatessen meats and answered customer inquiries.
- Monitored to replenish product in the deli cases.
- Accurately recorded and assisted in preparing deli special orders and ensured that the customer is delighted with the end product.
6-10 years of experience
Provided premier customer service via product knowledge, rapid response time, anticipating customer needs and effectively resolving complaints
- Educated new hires in standardized department procedures and coached to continuously develop skills of all team members
- Delegated tasks to team members based on individual strengths
- Efficiently managed 3-5 tasks simultaneously such as production for online orders, in-store customers and case replenishment at any given time throughout the day
- Facilitated customer calls to obtain and verify order details such as special requests and product quantities
- Received numerous customer service recognition awards from management
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for fulfillment of all customer requests/orders.
- Assisted Management in the training of new Team Members.
- Oversaw cleaning and organization of Deli to meet and exceed Meijer standards.
- Managed product inventory of Deli to specified levels throughout shift.
- One year as a Deli Clerk at [company name].
- Several Culinary lab classes completed
0-5 years of experience
Provided efficient customer service in high-volume environment.
- Was recognized by the supervisor for excellent performance: was offered managerial position.
- Acted as manager in manager’s absence.
- Two-time employee of the month.
- Mastered complex coding system for merchandise
0-5 years of experience
- Prepared daily food items, and produced simple foods, such as sandwiches, corn dogs chicken tenders, salads, pizza, or coffee, using proper safety precautions.
- Maintained friendly, professional demeanor, presented outstanding customer service, and knowledge of current sales and promotions.
- Prepping product and operating large-scale smoker, generating huge gross percentages regularly.
0-5 years of experience
Served customers per order
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment
- Trained many other workers
- Assisted customers outside of the deli when instructed by supervisor
0-5 years of experience
Served many customers daily with professional and effective customer service.
- Carefully took customer orders by phone and in person.
- Prepped, stored, rotated and stocked product.
- Routinely cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and appliances.
- Resolved customer concerns in a positive and constructive manner.
0-5 years of experience
Clean and santize all work stations
- Maintain strong customer service skills
- Cook and temp all foods before serving
- Prep and store foods according to serve safe qualifications, Nevada ​ ​ 2014 – September 2015
- Maintain and report all incidents
- Document Customer and guest complaints
0-5 years of experience
Operated, cleaned and maintained industrial slicer and rotisserie oven
- Prepared sandwiches and various meats and vegetables
- Implemented excellent customer service by ensuring accurate delivery of items
- Used safe food handling practices when preparing food items
0-5 years of experience
Prepare, slice, wrap, weigh, and price deli products for customers. Inform customers about products and services and recommend additional items the customer may be interested in. Work with equipment including slicers and scales. Merchandise products in deli cases. Clean deli area including food cases.
- Received recognition for outstanding customer service via mystery shopper program.
- Created a new product/product code/pricing sheet which organizes products by type, makes product prices easier to find, and improves the efficiency of the deli.
- Even as the newest employee in the deli, continually provide a variety of types of assistance to other employees who turn to me for help.
0-5 years of experience
Provided premier customer service
- Maintained [company name]’s high standards for product freshness and sanitation
- Selected and packaging products ordered by customers
- Filing, maintaining and rotating products and displays
- Operating cash register, meat and cheese slicers, oven, fryer, microwave, cutting tools, scale and other deli equipment
0-5 years of experience
Facilitate day to day tasks amongst 3-5 coworkers per shift.
- Work closely with customers, both face to face and over the telephone; ~100 customers attended to in a 6 hour shift.
- Work closely with food; preparing, serving, and cleaning.
- Prepare food; build ~15-30 sandwiches, salads, entrees, slice meats and cheeses, etc.
- Extensive cleaning and detailing of work stations, including food preparation and office cleaning.
- Organization and maintenance of regularly used stations and supplies, as well as product and service/ preparation
0-5 years of experience
Prepare cold cuts to order providing exceptional customer service.
- Prepare deli platters to written orders ensuring accurate and appealing outcome.
- Ensure all daily routines are maintained including stock rotatation, cleaning and preparation of poultry, unloading and storing shipments, and sanitary maintenance of all work areas.
- Operate all equipment, including ovens, slicers, scales in accordance with operating and safety guidelines.
- Take initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties are completed.
0-5 years of experience
Ensure that customer received prompt and courteous service
- Sliced and weighed deli meats and cheeses
- Maintained and stocked all designated section areas
- Cleaned all department equipment occasionally
- Maintained sanitation and cleanliness of all areas
- Set up all required areas at designated times
- Cross trained in bakery, meat and produce departments
0-5 years of experience
Support customers
- Strive to provide excellent customer service
- Aid in daily operations of the department
- Take customer orders both in person and over the phone
- Instruct Zumba Fitness classes
- Market classes on campus, and social media
- Create choreography, and playlists for classes
0-5 years of experience
Assisted customers by providing advice on selections
- Accurately weigh and label meat products
- Ensured that proper temperatures are being maintained
- Maintain all areas above set standards for food safety
0-5 years of experience
Greeted customers and expressed thanks customer upon their complete satisfaction
- Sliced and weighed deli meats and cheeses
- Maintained and stocked all designated section areas
- Cleaned all department equipment occasionally
- Maintained sanitation and cleanliness of all areas
- Set up all required areas at designated times
0-5 years of experience
Created and implemented new marketing strategies
- Prioritized sales and merchandise to increase store revenue
- Responsible for fulfilling specialty trays per customer pre orders
- Operated computerized cash register at point of sale for all transactions
- Sat up multi line phone system
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for providing deli services to upwards of 100 customers per day
- Assist patrons with product selection and recommend items in accordance with their needs
- Work to fulfill requests in a timely and orderly manner
- Coordinate with the other Deli Clerks in order to provide superior service to all customers
- Perform food preparation; seasoning and cooking chicken as well as making sandwiches/salads
0-5 years of experience
Assist customers, take orders, package items for sale
- Inspect deli product for freshness, face merchandise in the department
- Operate meat slicer, cleans/sanitizer department, back room and cooler/freezer
- Build displays
0-5 years of experience
Greet and answer customers questions regarding deli items
- Slice meat and cheese to customers specifications on size and weight
- Use fryer to cook various items such as fried chicken, tenders, cheese sticks and other hot food items
- Load and unload rotisserie of chickens, package and label to be put out for purchase
- Wash, clean, and sanitize slicers, hot bar, windows, counters, and dishes nightly
0-5 years of experience
Provide superior customer service to diverse customer populations
- Prepare, slice, wrap, and weigh deli products and made-to-order items salads and sandwiches
- Appropriately prepare, pack, and label prepackaged deli items
- Ensure the accuracy of price tags on all deli items and provide updates as needed
- Stock and rotate deli case and fresh food items daily
- Follow food handling guidelines and properly use equipment such as fryers and ovens for food preparation purposes
- Ensure that equipment and utensils are clean and maintained at all times
- Discard expired items in accordance with company policy
0-5 years of experience
Uphold and maintain deli cases
- Control freshness by rotating all products and removing out of code merchandise
- Tag all products legibly in line with price book
- Cleaned and sanitized the entire work area while maintaining a safe working environment
- Answer phone and take orders for requested items
- Abided by all business policies as stated in the worker handbook
- Provide excellent customer service to patrons while promoting weekly specials
0-5 years of experience
Providing premier customer service
- Maintaining [company name]’s high standards for product freshness and sanitation
- Selecting and packaging products ordered by customers
- Filling, maintaining and rotating products and displays
- Preparing special orders and party trays
- Operate meat and cheese slicers, oven, fryer, microwave, cutting tools, scale and other Deli equipment
- Assisting in other duties, as assigned
0-5 years of experience
Provide good customer service to the customers entering the store.
- Responsible for open and close the deli department.
- Interact with customers and preparing their orders.
- Sliced deli meat and serve sub sandwiches and fried chicken and other hot food.
- Train the proper and safety operations.
- Make trays of varies food that was order for different occasion.
- Clean and sanitize up all equipment, utensils and kitchen are on a daily basis.
0-5 years of experience
Providing customer service
- Taking customers’ orders in person and over the phone
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving with co-workers and customers to provide better efficiency
- Helping achieve 100% ratings from mystery shopper
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for sales and answering customer questions related to food storage and preparation.
- Food preparation for deli and salad stations.
- Preparation of Greek sauces necessary for sandwich prep.
- Update and maintain inventories of food and kitchen equipment and supplies; assist in timely stock ordering from vendors and suppliers.
- Involved and ensuring cost-effective food purchasing with department/store manager.
0-5 years of experience
Prepared, sliced, wrapped, weighed, priced, and merchandise the deli products.
- Inform customers about the deli products and services.
- Increase sells by giving out food samples to the customers.
- Use store intercom to announce weekly specials and special promotions.
- Enhanced customer service skills by answering questions and offering suggestions
- Greeted Customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.
6-10 years of experience
Receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using a computer
- Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms and in freezers
- Cut deli meats and cheeses to order
- Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, and investigate discrepancies
- Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and CT health codes.
0-5 years of experience
Prepare our various meat and cheeses for showcase as well as sandwiches, salads, and hotcase
- Interact with customers providing information about our products in the deli department.
- Load/Unload packages to distribute products throughout sales floor while rotating/facing items, distress out-of-date
- Occasional overnight shifts to stock shelves and assist manager with counting inventory
0-5 years of experience
Provide consistent customer service
- Maintain high standards for product freshness and sanitation
- Slicing and packaging products ordered by customers
- Filling, maintaining, and rotating products and displays
- Prepare special orders for customers
- Operate meat and cheese slicers, cutting tools, scale, etc
0-5 years of experience
Provide excellent customer service.
- Clean and maintain an organized and sanitary environment for food preparation.
- Receive department and company deliveries.
- Stock and organize shelves for excellent customer presentation.
- Adhere to company safety guidelines.
0-5 years of experience
Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Pleasantly and courteously interacted with customers.
- Built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation.
- Prepared specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches, following specific methods that required quick prep
- Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted with meat cutting and preparing deli orders for customers
- Provided customer service to individuals seeking assistance
- Prepare seafood orders for customers
- Sanitized deli equipment according to company safety standards prior to completion of shift
- Worked in a fast pace environment to ensure customer satisfaction
0-5 years of experience
Prepare and preserve food at their proper temperature
- Make sure the task at hand is being completed by being a vocal and active leader for my team.
- Provide a helping hand to optimize customer satisfaction
- Breakdown pallets and stock all of the loads in the walk in cooler and freezer.
- Solve problems at hand while keeping customers satisfied
0-5 years of experience
Promoted to shift leader.
- Answered customer’s inquiries in person and over the phone.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Able to operate slice machines and tools in a safe and effective manner.
- Comprehensive Knowledge of day-to-day operations in deli setting.
- In-depth knowledge of ensuring the quality of all products sold to customers.
- Sliced and weighed deli meats and cheeses.
- Cleaned all department equipment and maintained sanitation and cleanliness off all areas.
0-5 years of experience
Filled customer orders as per their request
- Utilized meat slicer and cheese grater to prepare items for sale
- Maintained sanitary work environment by cleaning slicers, rotisserie oven, dishes, and workspace
- Preparation of sandwiches and pizzas for next shift
0-5 years of experience
I was responsible for providing excellent customer service while adhering to all sanitation guidelines.
- Sliced deli meats
- Unload delivery truck
- Follow proper sanitation guidelines
- Provide excellent customer service
0-5 years of experience
Prepare Prepackage meals & Dinners
- Slice Deli Meat for Customers
- Perform basic cleaning duties
- Providing Excellent customer service skills
- Suggestion Selling
- Preparing Green Salads, Cupped Salads, and Cupped Cheeses
- Cooking Chickens in the Oven
0-5 years of experience
Clean equipment or machinery
- Operate food preparation equipment
- Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes
- Provide customer service
- Stock or organize goods, Wash dishes, glassware, or related utensils
- Weigh or measure ingredients
10+ years of experience
Provide customer service to deli patrons
- Manage daily operations
- Maintain expenses
- Order and maintain inventory
- Make sandwiches, pizzas and other store recipes
- Collaborate with a team of co-workers, cover additional shifts
0-5 years of experience
- Provide premiere customer service.
- Selecting and packaging products ordered by customers.
- Preparing special orders and party trays.
- Operating meat and cheese slicers, oven, fryers, microwave cutting tools and other deli equipment.
0-5 years of experience
Operating the cash register
- Receiving cash or other acceptable forms of payments
- Issued correct change and receipts to customers
- Balances daily cash receipts and completes related documentation
- Maintaining floor, displays and help secure that the store is clean and presentable to customers
- Kept a clean and sanitary area in the deli department
- Cooked, served, and made hot foods as well as premade foods
- Trained new employees
0-5 years of experience
Maintaining and straightening all items in the front end
- Assisting customers
- All cash and register duties
- Order fulfillment in the deli which included; sandwiches, wraps, salads, specialty drinks and more
- Ensuring coffee and baked goods are fresh and full
- All cleaning and restocking duties required of the shift
- Restocking and consistent upkeep of all perishable goods
- Ability to perform all job responsibilities and cover all shifts as needed
0-5 years of experience
Customer service and relations
- Food prep
- Training new employees
- Loading and unloading floats
- Using pallet jack and unloading merchandise
- Opening and closing deli
- Keeping clean work environment
0-5 years of experience
- Slicing deli meats and cheeses for customers
- Ensuring that proper health regulations are met
- Lifting and carrying boxes weighing 50lbs +
- Providing exceptional customer service
0-5 years of experience
- Provide customers with premier customer service
- Work with others in a team oriented environment
- Implement planograms
- Perform quality control checks of team production and products
- Use and troubleshoot POS system
Deli Clerk Duties and Responsibilities
Based on job listings we analyzed, a deli clerk’s duties typically include the following:
Greeting Customers Serving as the face of the company, deli clerks are courteous and friendly to each person who comes in.
Stocking Deli Products Stock rotation and ensuring the shelves are fully stocked at all times are a key part of a deli clerk’s day-to-day tasks. They remove any products that are past their sell-by date and monitor products that are running low or are out of stock so more can be ordered in.
Providing Prompt Service Deli clerks provide quick and efficient service to customers looking to make a purchase, either by taking their order for freshly prepared food or processing payment for shelved stock.
Keeping the Deli Clean Deli clerks constantly monitor the sanitation of the deli, cleaning up spills and messes quickly and hygienically, and making sure that food preparation areas are always clean and tidy.
Responding to Customer Queries If a customer has a complaint or a question regarding a product, deli clerks respond politely and professionally. They are knowledgeable about the products on offer and so can answer questions in an informed manner.
Deli Clerk Skills and Qualifications
Typically, employers require a high school diploma and previous experience in a similar role, as well as the following abilities:
- Customer service – deli clerks treat people from all walks of life courteously, delivering outstanding customer service at all times
- Health and safety knowledge – to monitor the deli for sanitation violations and to meet health and safety compliance
- Stamina – work days can be tiring with long hours of standing, lifting boxes of products, and working busy shifts
- Teamwork – to collaborate with colleagues, both in the front of house and those preparing and cooking food
- Communication skills – to communicate clearly, answer questions from customers, and take orders or product requests
Deli Clerk Education and Training
There is no educational requirement to become a deli clerk, although employers may expect applicants to have a high school diploma and previous experience working in a similar role. Training is received on the job. Depending on the state, a permit or a similar certification may be required.
Deli Clerk Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for deli clerks is $19,000. Deli clerks in the 10th percentile earn around $15,000 a year, while the highest paid earn close to $36,000 annually. Bonus and profit sharing opportunities can reach up to $1,500 with this position. Experience has the biggest impact on the pay level for this job, and around half of employers provide health benefits as part of the salary package for deli clerks. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the growth rate for this sector is expected to grow by 14 percent through 2026.
Helpful Resources
We’ve collected some of the best resources to help you learn about working as a deli clerk:
All Food Business – As the site name suggests, this blog is all about food business-related topics, from marketing to customer service. In particular, this blog provides useful tips on the best ways to present yourself to customers and how to deliver excellent customer service every time.
Restaurant Service Basics – This book serves as a great training tool for anyone working in a food service industry, teaching through step-by-step instructions on how to serve customers, the importance of sanitation, and emergency procedures.
Remarkable Service – Creating memorable guest experiences is part of working in the food service sector; this book, now in its third edition, highlights the techniques and principles that enable workers to do just that. Providing straightforward advice, this book covers everything from training to money handling and the relationship between front and back of house staff.
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CONTENT STRATEGISTGabriela is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and career adviser. With 10 years of digital media experience and five years of resume writing expertise, her publication history includes fashion, education, travel, social justice, equitable design and career advice.
