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Bakery Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.05 - $35.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Paid Time Off
Store discount
access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain specializing in natural and organic foods, committed to nourishing people and the planet. The company distinguishes itself by not only offering high-quality groceries but also by its strong dedication to social responsibility and environmental sustainability. Whole Foods Market invests in community initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy foods in underserved areas, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and supporting sustainable farming practices. These efforts position the company as more than just a retailer but as a global changemaker setting new standards in the grocery... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • work requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • 18 plus months retail Team Member experience
  • 6 plus months supervisory experience
  • high energy and enthusiasm
  • advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
  • excellent interpersonal and team building skills
  • proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
  • demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities
  • thorough product knowledge
  • ability to coach and mentor others
  • proficient mathematical skills
  • strong customer relationship skills

Job Duties

  • Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising
  • works with Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets
  • assists Team Leader in analysis of sales, reports and labor
  • demonstrates advanced product knowledge and develops/maintains awareness of new products
  • maintains good vendor relationships, develops new vendor relations, and ensures all paperwork is properly submitted
  • 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
  • selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover
  • provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
  • consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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