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Whole Foods Market

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli 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 $19.05 - $33.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. As part of its commitment to quality and sustainability, the company goes beyond just selling groceries—it is deeply involved in community initiatives such as funding school garden grants, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved food deserts, and supporting poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries. The company prides itself on being a world-changer with a vision to revolutionize the grocery industry by creating meaningful change through its core values and business practices. Whole Foods Market is known for fostering a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours per 8-hour work day
  • ability to perform hand use motions such as single grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manipulation
  • ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • ability to work in varying temperatures including freezing and high heat
  • ability to work wet and dry conditions
  • flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • ability to use tools and heavy machinery including knives, box cutters, and electric pallet jacks
  • may require ladder use

Job Qualifications

  • 18+ months retail Team Member experience
  • 6+ months of supervisory experience
  • high energy and enthusiastic demeanor
  • strong affinity for WFM products, core values, and company philosophy
  • excellent interpersonal and motivational skills
  • ability to coach and mentor team members
  • advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies
  • proficient mathematical skills for financial and inventory management
  • demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability
  • proficient with email, Microsoft Office, and operational 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 maintains awareness of new products
  • maintains good vendor relationships 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 WFM vision and goals
  • maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members to satisfy and delight customers
  • selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members
  • provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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