Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.05 - $33.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to making a positive impact on communities and the environment. Founded on the principles of nourishing people and the planet, Whole Foods Market goes beyond simply being a grocery store; it is a company dedicated to inspiring change through its core values and initiatives. The establishment actively supports projects that help improve how people eat, such as funding school garden grants, increasing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, and contributing to poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries. Whole Foods Market strives to set the standard... Show More
Job Requirements
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- able to stand or walk 6-8 hours during an 8-hour workday
- able to perform hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- able to bend, twist, squat, and reach
- able to work with FDA-approved cleaning chemicals
- able to tolerate temperature exposure including below freezing, refrigerator temperatures, and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- able to work in wet and dry conditions
- able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- able 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
- affinity for Whole Foods Market products, core values, and company philosophy
- growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership
- desire to coach and mentor others
- excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
- capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner
- advanced product knowledge
- 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
- 18+ months retail Team Member experience
- 6+ months 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 or maintains awareness of new products
- maintains good vendor relationships and develops new vendor relations
- 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 as necessary to satisfy and delight customers
- responds promptly to customer needs and questions
- selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members to sustain a high-performance team and minimize turnover
- provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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