People-first. Family-owned.
To discover new and better ways of producing health, happiness, and joy of food.
The Deli Star Story
Founded in 1987 by Dr. Dan Siegel, Deli Star started with a simple mission: to provide the world with the safest proteins. For nearly 40 years, Deli Star has proudly maintained a zero-recall food safety legacy. In 2003, Justin Siegel, the current CEO, joined the family-owned company and prioritized a “people-first” culture and to strengthen the commitment to providing the world the safest, highest quality proteins.
Through this innovation journey, Justin and Dr. Dan, Deli Star developed multiple unique processes and technologies. Our Fresh Sous Vide and Steam Post-Pasteurization techniques have become industry standards. These methods allow us to offer fresh, never-frozen proteins that are safer, tastier, and have an unparalleled 120-day refrigerated shelf life.
Today, Deli Star operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in St Louis and a Food Discovery Center dedicated to future innovations. Over the years, Deli Star has become the trusted, family-owned protein partner for culinary professionals. We enable chefs, foodservice experts, and large-scale operations to streamline their businesses with our high-quality, ready-to-use proteins. This allows our partners to focus on creating delicious sandwiches, salads, and meals that people love.
We invite others to join our table to create, innovate, and build a more sustainable food future.
Our Culture
At Deli Star, “It’s all about the people” isn’t just a saying—it’s a commitment. We believe everyone belongs, everyone gets a voice, and everyone makes an impact.
Our people are the key ingredient for long-term growth. Our culture gives us the adaptability to thrive in the ever-changing food landscape. Our culture and people are what make Deli Star a special place to work.
Working at Deli Star
As a people-first company, we take compensation and benefits seriously. If you are a regular, full-time employee who works 30 or more hours per week, you are eligible to enroll in Deli Star’s generous benefits on your first day of employment with us.
Deli Star University
We are committed to continually deepening our knowledge while solidifying our stance as a scientific leader in the food industry.
With Deli Star University (DSU), we support employee development through coaching programs, technical education, leadership training, Personal Growth Plans, book clubs, industry events, and on-the-job learning.
What we value
Our Leadership
Justin Siegel
Deli Star CEO, Cure8 Ventures Co-Founder, & Chief Innovation Officer
Justin has over 20 years of experience as a food innovator, entrepreneur, and CEO of Deli Star Corporation.
Aziz Taour
President
As President, Aziz is primarily responsible for financial systems and reporting, primary financial responsibility of operations, and risk/asset management.
Andrew Siegel
VP of Manufacturing & Supply Chain
As VP of Supply Chain for Deli Star, Andrew is responsible for sourcing, cost analysis, scheduling logistics, and all IT systems for the protein company.
Jeff Fuller
VP of Sales & Marketing
As the VP of Sales & Marketing, Jeff is responsible for go-to-market programs and delivering exceptional experiences to Deli Star customers.
Lisa Whealon
VP of People & Culture
As the VP of People & Culture, Lisa works to design and implement people-centric strategies that drive organizational success.
Jeanne Gannon
VP of Quality & Safety
Jeanne joined the Deli Star team in 2017 to create a safety and quality culture and has been a foundational employee ever since.
Dr. Ganesh Kamath
Advisor
As the former head of R&D at Deli Star, Dr. Kamath advises on creating new products and pioneering cooking techniques.
Dr. Dan Siegel
Advisor
As Founder and Chairman, Dr. Dan Siegel is a protein scientist and packaging pioneer. He continues to serve as an advisor for Deli Star.
