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Bakery & Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Bakery, Culinary, Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.05 - $35.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Health and wellness support programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned leader in the grocery industry, committed not only to providing fresh and organic products but also to making a meaningful difference in communities worldwide. Founded on the core values of nourishing people and the planet, Whole Foods Market goes beyond being just a grocery store - it is a champion of sustainability, health, and social impact. The company supports community initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to healthy foods in underserved areas known as food deserts, and contributing to poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries. These initiatives reflect Whole Foods... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- able to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- exposure to freezing (less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit), refrigerator (32-40 degrees Fahrenheit), and hot (above 90 degrees Fahrenheit) temperatures
- ability to work in wet and cold environments
- able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
- able to use tools and equipment including box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery
Job Qualifications
- 18+ months retail Team Member experience
- 6+ months supervisory experience
- extensive knowledge of supported department products
- excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
- capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner
- advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
- proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory
- demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate
- proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
Job Duties
- Follows through on customer questions and requests, resolving concerns as needed
- works with Team Leader to achieve sales, margin, expense, and labor targets
- assists Team Leader in analysis of sales, reports, and labor
- demonstrates advanced product knowledge and develops/maintains awareness of new products
- works with Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues
- functions as point person and departmental person-in-charge in absence of Team Leader
- sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution
- fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale
- maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers
- responds promptly to customer needs and questions
- selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover
- communicates and maintains Team Member safety and security standards
- provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
- consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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