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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

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.55 - $35.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Employee Assistance Programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned leader in the grocery industry, widely recognized for its commitment to high-quality natural and organic products. As a pioneering retailer, Whole Foods Market is more than just a grocery store - it is a movement focused on nourishing people and the planet through sustainable and ethical practices. The company supports various initiatives such as funding school garden grants, improving access to fresh and healthy food in underserved communities, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. Whole Foods Market also places a strong emphasis on creating meaningful change within local communities and the broader world, setting... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 18+ months retail Team Member experience
  • 6+ months of supervisory experience
  • 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 perform bending, twisting, squatting and reaching motions
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • 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, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy
  • growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership
  • desire to coach and mentor others for growth
  • excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
  • capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner
  • 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, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate
  • proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
  • 18+ months retail Team Member experience
  • 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 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
  • responds promptly to customer needs and questions
  • 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

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