Prepared Foods Team Lead

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Whole Foods Market Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Team Leader to join our Prepared Foods team at Whole Foods Market. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for assisting the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects. You will also be responsible for leading and developing Team Members, ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and Maintain Store Layout and Product Merchandising

Develop and maintain creative store layouts and product merchandising to drive sales and customer engagement.

Work with Team Leader to Achieve Sales, Purchasing, and Labor Targets

Work closely with the Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets, ensuring the Prepared Foods department is operating efficiently and effectively.

Assist Team Leader in Analysis of Sales, Reports, and Labor

Assist the Team Leader in analyzing sales, reports, and labor to identify areas for improvement and implement changes to drive business results.

Demonstrate Advanced Product Knowledge and Develop Awareness of New Products

Demonstrate advanced product knowledge and stay up-to-date on new products, ensuring the Prepared Foods department is always offering the latest and greatest options to customers.

Maintain Good Vendor Relationships and Ensure Proper Paperwork Submission

Maintain good vendor relationships and ensure all paperwork is properly submitted for vendor processing, ensuring seamless operations and minimizing delays.

Work with Team Leader to Resolve Team Concerns or Issues

Work closely with the Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Function as Point Person and Departmental Person in Charge in Absence of Team Leader

Function as the point person and departmental person in charge in the absence of the Team Leader, ensuring the Prepared Foods department continues to operate smoothly and efficiently.

Set and Achieve Highest Standards of Retail Execution

Set and achieve the highest standards of retail execution, ensuring the Prepared Foods department is always meeting or exceeding customer expectations.

Foster Positive Environment of Outstanding Teamwork, Mutual Respect, and Exceptional Morale

Foster a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale, ensuring the Prepared Foods team is motivated and engaged.

Communicate and Model WFM Vision and Goals

Consistently communicate and model the WFM vision and goals, ensuring the Prepared Foods team is aligned and working towards a common objective.

Maintain Awareness of Customer Flows and Needs and Direct Team Members as Necessary

Maintain awareness of customer flows and needs and direct Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers.

Select, Train, Develop, Mentor, Motivate, and Counsel Team Members

Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.

Provide Timely, Thorough, and Thoughtful Performance Evaluations

Provide timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations, ensuring Team Members are recognized and rewarded for their contributions.

Requirements
  • High Energy, Enthusiasm, and Affinity for Our Products, Core Values, and Company Philosophy

High energy, enthusiasm, and an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy are essential for this role.

Growth Mindset Towards Greater Responsibility and Ownership

A growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership is necessary for success in this position.

Desire to Coach and Mentor Others for Growth

A desire to coach and mentor others for growth and development is critical for this role.

Excellent Interpersonal, Motivational, Team Building, and Customer Relationship Skills

Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills are essential for this position.

Capable of Teaching Others in a Positive and Constructive Manner

Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner is necessary for this role.

Product Knowledge

Product knowledge is essential for this position.

Advanced Knowledge of Regulatory and Safety Policies and Procedures

Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures is necessary for this role.

Proficient Mathematical Skills for Assessing Financial Performance, Monitoring Profitability, and Managing Inventory

Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory are essential for this position.

Demonstrated Decision-Making Ability, Leadership Skills, and Ability to Prioritize and Delegate

Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate are necessary for this role.

Proficiency with Email, Microsoft Office, and Operations-Related Applications

Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications is essential for this position.

Experience
  • 18+ Months Retail Team Member Experience and 6+ Months of Supervisory Experience

18+ months of retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience are required for this role.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
  • Must be Able to Lift 50 Pounds

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

In an 8-Hour Work Day: Standing/Walking 6-8 Hours

In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.

Hand Use: Single Grasping, Fine Manipulation, Pushing, and Pulling

Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.

Work Requires the Following Motions: Bending, Twisting, Squatting, and Reaching

Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.

Exposure to FDA-Approved Cleaning Chemicals

Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.

Exposure to Temperatures: 90 Degrees Fahrenheit

Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Ability to Work in Wet and Dry Conditions

Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.

Ability to Work a Flexible Schedule Including Nights, Weekends, and Holidays as Needed

Ability to work a 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

Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.

May Require Use of Ladders

May require use of ladders.

Note: The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.

Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are passionate about working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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