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Deli Clerk
Redner's Markets Inc.
Location : Allentown, PA, 18101
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Deli Clerk
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POSITION TITLE: Deli Clerk
DEPARTMENT: Deli
REPORTS TO: Deli Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
To wait on the customers, in the deli, in a courteous manner and prepare orders to the customers satisfaction
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1) Slice, cut, weigh, and price merchandise in a courteous manner.
2) Prepare orders to customers satisfaction.
3) Unload deli merchandise and transport stock to storage areas.
4) Maintain shelves and keep cases filled at all times.
5) Control freshness by coding and rotating all products and remove out-of-code merchandise daily.
6) Price all products legibly and according to price book.
7) Maintain new items and weekly specials.
8) Promote new items and weekly specials.
9) Communicate temperature failure of cases and storage areas to manager in charge.
10) Observe policies and procedures established for the department.
11) Greet all customers and be observant.
12) Abide by all company policies as stated in the Employee Handbook.
SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1) Maintain a regular cleaning and sanitation program in compliance with store, local, and state health regulations.
2) Assist in preparation of hot foods and all other foods.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1) Must have strong communication skills for dealing with customers.
2) Must have basic math skills for weighing and pricing products.
3) Must have dexterity in hands to enable slicing and preparing of all deli products.
4) Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds up to twenty percent (20%) of the time.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Deli clerks in Allentown focus on rotating stock daily and removing expired items to maintain freshness. They also slice and prepare orders with attention to detail, ensuring customers receive quality products promptly, which is vital in bustling markets like Redner's.
Yes, deli clerks at Redner's often lift items up to 50 pounds and spend time standing and slicing products. Good hand dexterity and stamina are essential due to the hands-on nature of preparing and stocking deli merchandise.
Strong communication makes a difference, enabling deli clerks to interact courteously with customers. Basic math skills are crucial for accurate pricing, while attention to cleanliness and food safety ensures compliance with health regulations.
Allentown's deli clerk roles face moderate competition, especially with several grocery chains nearby. Candidates who demonstrate food safety knowledge and customer service skills tend to stand out among applicants.
Many believe deli clerks only slice meats, but the role involves stock rotation, pricing, cleaning, and promoting specials. It requires multitasking and adherence to safety standards, making it more than just a food prep position.
Redner's emphasizes consistent shelf stocking and customer engagement, with a structured approach to product freshness and weekly specials. Their commitment to health compliance and employee training sets a distinct work environment.
Deli clerks in Allentown typically earn between $12 to $15 per hour, depending on experience and store policies. Redner's Markets aligns with this range, offering competitive pay relative to local grocery positions.
Yes, Redner's offers training focused on proper slicing techniques, product rotation, and customer interaction, which helps deli clerks maintain quality standards and work efficiently while promoting specials and new items.
While formal certifications aren't always mandatory, food safety training or ServSafe certification can enhance a candidate's profile. Demonstrating strong communication and basic math skills is also highly valued.
A daily routine involves slicing and weighing deli products, managing stock rotation, pricing items accurately, assisting customers courteously, and maintaining sanitation to comply with health regulations, ensuring a smooth deli operation.
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