Bakery Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

Saint Paul, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.05 - $35.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

financial wellness programs

Health support programs

Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet through quality products and sustainable business practices. Founded on principles of health and environmental stewardship, the company goes beyond being a grocery store by making a significant positive impact on local communities and global initiatives. Whole Foods Market is dedicated to improving how people eat by providing access to fresh, healthy food especially in underserved areas such as food deserts. The company also actively participates in funding educational grants for school gardens and works to alleviate poverty in developing countries, reinforcing its role as a world-changer in the retail grocery industry. This commitment to social responsibility and community engagement is embedded in their operations, making Whole Foods Market an inspiring place to build a career.

This is a full-time supervisory role where the successful candidate will assist the Team Leader in managing daily store operations. Responsibilities include overseeing profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position plays a crucial part in driving store success through leadership and development of Team Members, thus fostering a positive work environment characterized by outstanding teamwork and high morale. The supervisor will act as the point person in the absence of the Team Leader, maintain vendor relations, analyze sales and labor reports, and lead store layout and product merchandising initiatives. With an hourly wage ranging from $20.05 to $35.00 based on experience, this role offers an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth within a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainable business practices. Whole Foods Market supports career development with comprehensive benefits, including paid time off, financial wellness programs, and health support, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to make a difference in their community and beyond while advancing their retail management career.

Job Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds
standing/walking 6-8 hours during 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 up to 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+ months retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience
high energy and enthusiasm for products and company philosophy
growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership
desire to coach and mentor others for growth
excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner
thorough product knowledge
advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
proficient mathematical skills for financial performance assessment and inventory management
demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, ability to prioritize and delegate
proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications

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 for vendor processing
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
provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals