Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.05 - $35.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods. Founded in 1980, it has grown into a leading retailer dedicated to promoting healthier eating habits, community engagement, and environmental sustainability. Whole Foods Market operates under a mission to nourish people and the planet, reflecting a commitment to high-quality products, ethical sourcing, and conscious business practices. As a pioneer in the grocery industry, the company supports local farmers, funds educational grants for school gardens, provides access to fresh, healthy food in underserved communities, and strives to alleviate poverty in developing regions. More than just a... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand or walk 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- Ability to use hand for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to perform motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Ability to work under temperature conditions ranging from below 32 degrees Fahrenheit to 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 and enthusiasm
- Growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership
- Desire to coach and mentor others for growth
- Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
- Capability of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner
- Advanced 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 and leadership skills
- Ability to prioritize and delegate
- Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
- Minimum 18 months of retail team member experience
- Minimum 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 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
- 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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