Sentry Foods on 92nd & Lisbon is seeking an experienced Deli / Bakery Manager to lead department operations, staff, and financial performance. This is a full-time management position intended for candidates with prior management or supervisory experience in food service or retail.

Position Overview

The Deli / Bakery Manager is responsible for all aspects of deli and bakery operations, including staffing, inventory control, food safety, pricing, and execution of weekly ads. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to manage people, product, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise deli and bakery staff; provide training, scheduling, and accountability
   
• Oversee daily operations including production, merchandising, and sanitation
   
• Ensure all weekly ad items are carried, produced correctly, and priced accurately
   
• Manage inventory control, ordering accuracy, and shrink reduction
   
• Work with multiple vendors to secure competitive costs and reliable supply
   
• Use vendor systems (including UNFI) to review order guides, invoices, and dated order reports
   
• Price items accurately off invoice to maintain gross profit targets
   
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards at all times
   
• Maintain and troubleshoot department equipment, including scales and pricing systems
   
• Communicate effectively with store leadership to meet sales, labor, and margin goals

Required Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience is required
  (Deli, bakery, food service, or grocery retail preferred)
   
• Proven ability to manage employees, schedules, and daily operations
   
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
   
• Comfortable using technology (ordering systems, scales, pricing systems)
   
• Reliable, organized, and capable of leading by example
   

Preferred Qualifications

• HACCP / Food Safety Manager Certification
   
• Experience with vendor ordering systems (such as UNFI)
   
• Retail grocery deli or bakery management experience
   

Schedule

• Full-time
   
• Weekends and holidays required based on department needs
   

Compensation

• $18–$22 per hour, based on experience
   
• Weekly pay
   
• Paid holidays after one year of employment
   
• Paid vacation after one year of employment