Pastry Team Leader, Bakehouse

Pompano Beach, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $63,000.00 - $108,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Store discount

Financial wellness

Health and wellness support programs

Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery store chain renowned for its commitment to natural and organic products, exceptional quality, and local sourcing. Established with the mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market operates across numerous locations nationwide, emphasizing sustainable practices, community engagement, and environmentally conscious business operations. The company is more than just a grocery store; it's a movement focused on making positive, meaningful impacts within communities by funding school gardens, addressing food insecurity through access to fresh and healthy food, and supporting poverty alleviation initiatives globally. Whole Foods Market embodies a culture that values personal growth, diversity, and inclusion alongside its dedication to providing outstanding customer service and innovative product offerings. This approach has made it a recognized leader in the grocery industry and a desirable workplace for team members seeking meaningful careers that blend passion with purpose.

The Production Team Leader role at Whole Foods Market plays a crucial role in managing and supervising the Kitchen Production Team to ensure that all food preparation and catering operations meet the high standards that the brand is known for. This full-time position offers an annual salary ranging between $63,000 and $108,000, commensurate with experience. The Production Team Leader is responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing team members to surpass departmental goals while maintaining impeccable quality, safety, and operational standards. This role emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and organizational skills to accurately monitor inventory, production schedules, and labor budgets, ensuring efficiency and profitability. Additionally, the Team Leader is tasked with ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, food safety plans including HACCP and FSMA guidelines, and verified documentation processes for waste, spoilage, and transfers.

This position involves active participation in product development, catering to on-site and off-premise events, and fostering a positive, inclusive team environment. Candidates should be prepared to work flexible schedules that may include nights and weekends, reflecting the dynamic needs of the department. The Production Team Leader represents an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals with leadership experience who are passionate about food quality, customer experience, and organizational excellence within a company dedicated to sustainability and community impact. Whole Foods Market also offers comprehensive Whole Benefits, which include a range of health, wellness, financial, and professional development opportunities that enhance team members’ personal and career growth.

Job Requirements

Must be minimum of 21 years of age
Ability to perform physical requirements of position
Ability to work with a sense of urgency and attention to detail
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
Comply with all applicable liquor regulations
Basic computer skills including Word and Excel
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Experience in food production and catering supervision

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years catering or banquet chef leadership experience
Preferred experience as Prepared Foods Sous Chef or higher
Must be minimum of 21 years of age
Analytical ability with proficiency in math to calculate margins and monitor profitability
Comprehensive product knowledge
Ability to communicate comfortably and effectively in front of large groups
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated decision-making ability and leadership skills
Basic computer skills including knowledge of Word and Excel programs

Job Duties

Provide excellent guest service
Responsible for monitoring all purchases of perishable and non-perishable products for daily operations
Monitor all production and supervise all team members cooking and producing food for catering orders and café production
Mentor and train all catering production Team Members
Responsible for writing all daily production lists and ensuring accuracy
Responsible for writing an effective schedule within allocated labor budget
Maintain all Store Ops information related to purchasing
Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, consistency and presentation meet all LCC standards
Ensure proper organization, labeling, dating, initialing, covering and rotation of all products received and produced
Communicate and maintain Team Member safety and security standards
Ensure documentation of waste and spoilage using proper forms
Ensure transfer documentation is accurately recorded for each event
Follow all GMP guidelines and complete all required documentation for HACCP, FSMA, and daily operational sheets
Participate in development of new products
Ensure all food is produced in a timely manner for on-schedule delivery
Assist Team Leader in analysis of sales, margins, and labor, and achieving targets
Assist in hiring, developing, leading and counseling of Team Members
Monitor inventory levels and participate in monthly inventory process
Comply with all applicable health and safety codes
Help implement and support all LCC programs
Participate in any on or off premise events as directed by the Team Leader
In the absence of the Team Leader act and perform all responsibilities of the Team Leader