Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.55 - $35.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet. Founded with a mission to improve how people eat and live, Whole Foods Market supports community wellness initiatives such as funding school garden grants, providing access to fresh and healthy foods in underserved food deserts, and alleviating poverty globally. As a recognized innovator in sustainability and ethical sourcing, the company strives to positively impact the environment and society while revolutionizing the grocery industry. With more than four decades of expertise, Whole Foods Market operates numerous stores nationwide that emphasize quality, organic products,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 18 months retail Team Member experience
- at least 6 months supervisory experience
- ability to lift 50 pounds
- able to stand and walk 6 to 8 hours per day
- capable of single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- able to perform bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- able to work in freezing, refrigerated, and high temperature environments
- ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters and electric pallet jacks
- completion of TIPS course where applicable
- must be 18 years or older to serve alcohol
Job Qualifications
- High energy and enthusiasm for products, core values, and company philosophy
- extensive knowledge of specialty products
- growth mindset towards responsibility and ownership
- desire to coach and mentor others
- excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills
- capable of teaching others positively
- thorough product knowledge
- advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies
- proficient mathematical skills for financial assessment and inventory management
- demonstrated decision-making and leadership ability
- proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
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
- assists Team Leader in annual sales and expense projections and budget preparation
- assists Team Leader with ordering and inventory management
- works with Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues
- functions as point person and departmental lead in the absence of Team Leader
- sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution
- fosters a positive environment of teamwork, respect, and morale
- maintains awareness of customer flows and directs Team Members to satisfy customer needs
- selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members to sustain high performance and minimize turnover
- communicates and maintains safety and security standards
- provides timely and thoughtful performance evaluations
- consistently communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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