Specialty Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Department Manager)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.10 - $42.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Employee Development Programs
flexible scheduling
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery retailer that goes beyond merely selling food. Founded on the principle of nourishing people and the planet, Whole Foods Market has established itself as a leader in the natural and organic foods industry. The company is dedicated to improving the health and wellness of individuals, communities, and the environment. Through initiatives like funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas known as food deserts, and contributing to poverty alleviation in developing countries, Whole Foods Market is committed to creating meaningful social and environmental change. This commitment... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 24 months retail experience with minimum 12 months in a leadership role
- Food safety certification or willingness to complete certification within 6 months
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand or walk for 6 to 8 hours during an 8-hour workday
- Capability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Ability to work in wet, cold, and varying temperature environments
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Ability to use tools and equipment such as box cutters and electric pallet jacks
- Completion of TIPS training if serving alcohol
- Must be at least 18 years old
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 24 months retail experience including at least 12 months of team leadership experience
- Advanced knowledge of products, buying, pricing, merchandising, and inventory management
- Food safety certification or commitment to obtain within 6 months
- Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and team building skills
- Thorough product knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures
- Proficient mathematical skills for financial performance assessment and inventory management
- Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, prioritization, and delegation abilities
- Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications
Job Duties
- Hold Associate Team Leaders, supervisors, and Team Members accountable for delivering outstanding customer service
- Define and develop clear expectations to achieve the highest standards of retail execution
- Effectively delegate to and empower Associate Team Leaders and Team Members
- Monitor and achieve sales, margin, expense, and labor targets
- Maintain proper product assortment, merchandising, and inventory control
- Ensure products are cross-merchandised following regional and global guidelines
- Ensure adherence to category management schedules and planograms
- Maintain compliance with regulatory rules and standards
- Foster a positive environment of teamwork, respect, and morale
- Select, train, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members
- Provide timely performance evaluations
- Communicate and model Whole Foods Market vision and goals
- Maintain Team Member safety and security standards
- Respond promptly to customer needs and questions
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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