Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.05 - $33.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Benefit programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet. With a strong emphasis on healthy eating, sustainable practices, and community involvement, Whole Foods Market goes beyond the typical grocery store experience to create meaningful change locally and globally. The company focuses on improving nutrition, supporting school garden initiatives, expanding access to fresh food in underserved areas, and addressing poverty in developing nations. At Whole Foods Market, employees are part of a mission-driven organization that values growth, responsibility, and making a positive impact on society and the environment. As a company, it... Show More
Job Requirements
- 18+ months retail Team Member experience
- 6+ months supervisory experience
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use 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, 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit, above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
- ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks and other heavy machinery
- may require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- High energy, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, 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
- product knowledge
- 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
- 18+ months retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience
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
- consistently communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals
- 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
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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