Prepared Foods Department Supervisor (Culinary, Deli) - Full Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.50 - $29.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Employee programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading retailer specializing in natural and organic foods with a strong commitment to sustainability, community involvement, and promoting the health of people and the planet. Established with the purpose of nourishing people and the planet, Whole Foods Market goes beyond the role of a grocery store by working on initiatives that improve how people eat, support school gardens, provide access to fresh food in underserved areas, fight poverty in developing countries, and promote environmental stewardship. With a strong brand reputation for quality products and outstanding service, Whole Foods Market is a vibrant place to work... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 12 months retail experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Willingness to work in wet and dry conditions
- Must adhere to health and safety regulations including FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- May require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of prepared foods team procedures and policies
- Strong demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- 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
Job Duties
- Supervises and delegates tasks to Prepared Foods team members
- Works with Prepared Foods trainer to train team members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover
- Assists in training of new team members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials
- Keeps all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated
- Opens and closes department according to established procedures
- Ensures all necessary breaks are given
- Communicates team concerns to the Team Leader and Associate 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
- 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
- Consistently communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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