Ontario Deli manager Jobs – 17 Openings This Week

Deli Manager
Market Fresh —Guelph, ON
- $50,000–$55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Store discount
- Dental care
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Deli Shift Leader
Pilot Company —Lancaster, ON
- $17.85–$22.55 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Food service
- Restaurant experience
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
Deli/Bakery Manager
Foodsmiths —Perth, ON
- $42,000–$46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Supervising experience
- Bakery
- Store discount
- Dental care
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Deli Assistant Department Manager - Full Time
Longo's —Thornhill, ON
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Travel
- Computer skills
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Pilot Company —Lancaster, ON
Ability to work as part of a team and interact with different levels from hourly team members, customers, vendors, and corporate representatives.
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Deli Assistant Department Manager - Full Time
Longo's —King City, ON
Longo's is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job…
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Deli Manager

Market Fresh -
Guelph, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$50,000–$55,000 a year

Qualifications

Sales
Inventory management
Customer service
Merchandising
Supervising experience
Grocery store experience
Food safety
Leadership

Full job description

Please Note: This is a permanent, full-time opportunity. We are not hiring for seasonal, temporary, summer, or part-time positions. Applicants must have full-time availability and be seeking long-term employment.

Company Overview

Market Fresh is Guelph’s premier independent gourmet grocer focused on local producers and products. For over 20 years, we’ve built our reputation on exceptional customer service and high-quality food. Located in downtown Guelph, our full-service store features a scratch bakery, butcher shop, deli, commercial kitchen, Gourmet to Go Café, garden centre, and giftware area. Market Fresh is a celebration of fine food—making us a destination for both community members and visitors. Our MF in the Community program supports local not-for-profit organizations aligned with our commitment to buy local, be local, and support local

Position Summary

The Deli Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of our deli department. This role is centered on delivering an exceptional customer experience while driving sales through strong merchandising, product selection, and team leadership. This is a hands-on leadership position that blends operational excellence with a passion for premium meats, cheeses, and specialty food retail. The Deli Manager plays a key role in developing team members, building vendor relationships, and growing the department through thoughtful product curation and execution.

Job Structure

This is a full-time salary position. Work schedule includes weekends and holidays as required. Paid vacation accrual at 4%. Health benefits are available after 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Lead the Team & Daily Operations

Oversee day-to-day operations of the meat and cheese deli, ensuring smooth workflow and consistent execution
Train, schedule, and coach team members on customer service, product knowledge, and food safety
Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented environment

Inventory, Ordering & Quality Control

Manage ordering and inventory of meats, cheeses, and specialty deli items to meet demand while minimizing shrink and waste
Monitor product quality, freshness, and proper rotation at all times
Track sales trends and adjust assortment accordingly

Financial & Operational Performance

Achieve department sales and margin targets
Manage labour scheduling to align with productivity goals
Control costs through effective purchasing, pricing, and waste reduction
Monitor performance metrics (sales, shrink, labour) and take action to improve results

Customer Experience

Set and maintain a high standard of friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service
Support staff in pairing, recommendations, upselling, and special orders
Create a welcoming, premium deli experience that reflects our “gourmet, fresh, local” focus

Merchandising & Product Curation

Maintain abundant, visually appealing displays of artisan meats and cheeses
Execute seasonal features and promotions that drive engagement and sales
Introduce new and local products that enhance the department’s offering

Vendor & Community Relationships

Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, consistency, and innovation
Source local and specialty meat and cheese products aligned with our brand

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards
Maintain clean, organized, and well-managed prep and display areas

Collaboration

Partner with store leadership and other departments on promotions and store initiatives
Contribute ideas to support overall store growth and customer engagement

Qualifications

Experience in deli, grocery, or specialty food retail
1–3 years of management or supervisory experience
Strong leadership and team development skills
Solid knowledge of meats, cheeses, and specialty food products
Thorough understanding of safe food handling practices
Ability to manage ordering, inventory, costs, and department performance
Passion for food and delivering an exceptional customer experience

What We Offer

Full-time salaried position
Health benefits (after 6 months)
Employee store discount
A collaborative, team-oriented environment
Opportunity to grow within a well-established independent business

Accessibility Accommodation Statement

Market Fresh is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request.

Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Store discount
Vision care

Application question(s):

In a few sentences or less, please describe what makes you an excellent candidate for this position.

Work Location: In person

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