Deli Service Team Leader - Downtown Store - Burlington, VT

City Market Co-Op is a community-owned grocery cooperative dedicated to providing a wide variety of local, organic, and conventional products at fair prices to the community. Known for its commitment to sustainability, local food systems, and cooperative values, City Market Co-Op operates multiple locations that deliver fresh, high-quality prepared foods and groceries to its members and customers. The cooperative structure empowers the community by fostering participation in business decisions and promoting healthy eating habits through an extensive selection of wholesome foods. The location and operating departments include the Prepared Foods division, among others, where food safety, customer service, and food quality are prioritized to enhance the shopping experience for all patrons. The Deli Service Team Leader role at City Market Co-Op is a key leadership position within the Prepared Foods department. This non-exempt, Grade 6 union position reports directly to Prepared Foods management and plays a crucial part in ensuring the deli maintains high standards of food safety, product quality, and staff efficiency. With a starting wage of $20.53 per hour, this role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced individuals passionate about local and sustainable food systems to take on a supervisory role. The Deli Team Leader is responsible for scheduling and directing deli staff, organizing daily prep work, managing inventory levels, and adhering to established safety and sanitation protocols. The leadership candidate will also contribute to training newly hired employees, helping transition them smoothly into their roles following City Market Co-Op’s training guidelines. This position calls for someone with hands-on experience in food preparation or culinary environments, along with traits of effective leadership, organization, and customer service. The role is dynamic and involves overseeing essential deli operations such as inventory tracking, invoice reviews, food display preparations, and cleanliness maintenance. Candidates who are knowledgeable about both natural and conventional foods will thrive here, helping City Market maintain its reputation for quality and diversity in offerings. Overall, this role not only requires operational acuity but also a fervent commitment to the cooperative’s values around community well-being and food equity. By joining City Market Co-Op as a Deli Service Team Leader, individuals become part of a forward-thinking, community-minded organization, contributing to the vibrant local food economy while advancing their career in refrigerated prepared food service management.

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of line cook, sous chef or chef experience or three years of kitchen experience
• Ability to lead a team effectively
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation protocols
• Ability to manage inventory and prepare invoices
• Willingness to train and develop staff
• Ability to comply with company policies and procedures