New Store Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager) - Full Time - McKinney, TX - Opening Summer 2025

Whole Foods Market is a renowned and pioneering grocery store chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet through high-quality natural and organic foods. Founded with a mission to revolutionize the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market emphasizes sustainability, community engagement, and wellness. The company takes pride in serving as a global leader in healthy eating by not only offering fresh and nutritious food options but also funding initiatives like school garden grants and providing access to healthy food for underserved communities. Working at Whole Foods Market means more than just employment; it is an opportunity to contribute positively to society, support environmental stewardship, and foster personal and professional growth. The company culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and a shared commitment to excellence and innovation within the retail food industry. Whole Foods Market offers competitive pay with a wage range from $19.05 to $33.20 hourly, commensurate with experience, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package known as "Whole Benefits," which includes paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and employee discounts.

The role offered is that of an Assistant Team Leader in Whole Foods Market’s retail division, focusing on daily operational excellence and team leadership. This position supports the Team Leader by overseeing key functional areas such as profitability, expense management, purchasing, merchandising, labor control, regulatory compliance, and special projects. The Assistant Team Leader plays a crucial role in driving sales and operational targets while fostering a positive and high-performance work environment. This involves mentoring and developing Team Members, maintaining store standards for visual merchandising, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations including stringent food safety practices. The role requires proactive problem-solving, analytics of sales and labor data, and active participation in budget projection and inventory management.

A successful candidate will demonstrate high energy, enthusiasm, and alignment with Whole Foods Market’s core values and philosophy. Skills essential to this role include strong mathematical competence for financial assessment, decision-making capabilities, excellent interpersonal and motivational skills, and proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office and operations-related software. The Assistant Team Leader must be capable of teaching and coaching Team Members positively, managing team dynamics to reduce turnover, and acting as the departmental leader during the absence of the Team Leader. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, withstand varying temperature conditions including cold storage environments, and handle various equipment safely while maintaining flexible working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Joining Whole Foods Market as an Assistant Team Leader offers a unique chance to contribute toward a company with a meaningful mission that goes beyond commerce. It allows individuals passionate about health, sustainability, and leadership to develop valuable skills in a dynamic and supportive work setting. This role is ideal for those seeking a long-term career in retail management with opportunities for advancement based on performance and business needs.