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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 $20.05 - $35.00
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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
other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery retailer dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. Established with a keen focus on natural and organic foods, Whole Foods Market sets itself apart from traditional grocery stores by promoting health, sustainability, and community engagement. As a champion of environmental responsibility and social impact, the company invests in various initiatives, including funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas known as food deserts, and supporting efforts to alleviate poverty in developing countries. Working at Whole Foods Market is not just a job; it is a journey... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling hand use
  • ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • ability to work in temperatures below freezing to above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • 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

  • 18+ months retail Team Member experience
  • 6+ months supervisory experience
  • excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
  • advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
  • proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance
  • demonstrated decision-making ability and leadership skills
  • proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
  • product knowledge
  • capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner

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 paperwork is properly submitted for vendor processing
  • resolves team concerns or issues with Team Leader
  • functions as point person and departmental person in charge in absence of Team Leader
  • sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution
  • fosters a positive environment of teamwork, mutual respect, and morale
  • communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals
  • maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members to satisfy 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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