Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods grocery store dedicated to promoting a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. Established as a pioneer in the organic food movement, Whole Foods Market has grown to become a trusted brand known for offering high-quality products that nourish people and the planet. The company emphasizes ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and community involvement, making it much more than just a grocery store — it is an organization committed to creating meaningful change locally and globally.
At Whole Foods Market, employees are valued not only for the work they perform but... Show More
At Whole Foods Market, employees are valued not only for the work they perform but... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 18+ months retail team member experience
- 6+ months supervisory experience
- ability to lift 50 pounds
- able to stand or walk 6-8 hours during an 8-hour day
- ability to perform fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
- able to work in varying temperatures including freezing and hot conditions
- ability to work in wet and dry environments
- flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to use tools and equipment such as knives, box cutters, pallet jacks, and heavy machinery
- may require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- 18+ months retail team member experience
- 6+ months supervisory experience
- excellent interpersonal, motivational, and team building skills
- strong customer relationship skills
- proficient with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
- demonstrated decision-making ability
- leadership skills
- ability to prioritize and delegate
- advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies
- proficient mathematical skills for financial and inventory management
- capability to coach and mentor others
- product knowledge
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 WFM 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
- provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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