Bench - Deli/Bakery Manager
Company : KJ's Market
Location : Gilbert, SC, 29054
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Come grow with grocery at Kj’s Market! We’re not like other grocery stores – We Create Smiles! Plus, we’re family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced environment – We need YOU!
Benefits for Now and Your Future:
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
RETIREMENT
- 100% Company Funded Pension
- 401K
Responsibilities
1. Ensure guests receive polite, friendly service from the deli/bakery department staff. 2. Achieve budgeted sales, shrink and profits for the deli/bakery department. 3. Maintain desired level of inventory and supplies. 4. Operate the department according to merchandising and operational guidelines and programs. 5. Ensure the quality of product for sale meets Floco Foods standards. 6. Maintain sanitation and safety throughout the department according to Floco Foods standards. 7. Provide guidance, orientation, training and feedback to ensure deli department employees achieve satisfactory performance standards. 8. Perform product preparation, receiving, ordering, stocking and guest service as necessary to achieve standards. 9. Maintain department’s labor budget and scheduling standards. 10. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. 11. Performs PA announcements.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality. 2. Ability to work well with others. 3. Ability to lift 25 lbs. consistently and 50 lbs. occasionally. 4. Ability to read and understand information and direction. 5. Knowledge of deli operations. 6. Ability to supervise people including training and development. 7. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. 8. Effective communication, guest service and selling skills. 9. Must be at least 18 years old. 10. Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods of time. 11. Ability to communicate effectively with Store Manager and Merchandiser. 12. Ability to work well with computers.
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Frequently asked questions
Gilbert's food retail sector is growing steadily, but deli/bakery management positions remain specialized. KJ's Market benefits from local loyalty, making this role moderately competitive with opportunities for candidates skilled in both leadership and product quality.
At KJ's Market in Gilbert, managers often engage more directly with guests and handle diverse tasks due to smaller store size, contrasting with bigger city roles where responsibilities might be more segmented. This hands-on approach enhances skill variety and local customer relationship building.
This role demands a blend of supervisory skills, inventory control, and hands-on product preparation. Unlike standard bakery roles, it requires managing sales budgets and team performance, emphasizing operational leadership alongside traditional bakery expertise.
Employees often progress by mastering multi-tasking within deli/bakery operations, moving toward senior managerial roles or broader store leadership. KJ's Market’s family-oriented culture supports growth via ongoing training and internal promotions.
Daily issues include balancing quality control with budget targets, staff scheduling, and maintaining safety standards—all while delivering friendly guest service. This dynamic environment requires swift problem-solving and effective team coordination.
Beyond technical skills, KJ's Market values strong communication, leadership aptitude, and a personable approach that reflects their family-owned brand ethos, ensuring managers foster both team morale and community connections.
In Gilbert, salaries for this managerial role generally range from $38,000 to $45,000 annually, slightly lower than urban centers due to cost of living differences, yet balanced by benefits like pension plans and paid time off offered by employers like KJ's Market.
While no strict certifications are mandated, credentials in food safety, sanitation, or retail management can enhance a candidate’s profile, signaling readiness to uphold standards expected by regional employers including KJ's Market.
Yes, KJ's Market emphasizes personalized training focused on multi-tasking and customer engagement, which helps managers adapt quickly and thrive in their hands-on, family-style grocery environment.
Candidates should be prepared for regular lifting up to 25 lbs, occasional heavier loads, and extended periods of standing or bending. This physical aspect is typical for bakery roles but combined here with supervisory duties.