Food Industry Manager

3 days ago


Santa Cruz, California, United States Whole Foods Market Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Food Industry Manager to lead our seafood team at Whole Foods Market. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects.

Your primary focus will be on providing overall leadership to the team, ensuring seamless execution of store standards, and promoting a positive company image through exceptional customer service and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead by example, demonstrating strong leadership skills, decision-making ability, and priority-setting.
  • Maintain high-performance teams through effective communication, coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with departmental and store leadership to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets.
  • Manage inventory, monitor financial performance, and make informed decisions to drive business growth.
  • Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
  • Ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations, including Food Safety and regulatory duties in the department.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • 24+ months retail experience, including 12+ months of team leadership experience.
  • Exceptional knowledge of products, buying, pricing, merchandising, and inventory management.
  • Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize.
  • Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills.
  • Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory.
  • Ability to teach others in a positive and constructive manner.

Benefits:

Whole Foods Market offers a competitive salary range of $23.60 - $42.50 per hour, commensurate with experience. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, and access to other benefit programs.

Career Opportunities:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you are a motivated and results-driven professional looking to advance your career in the food industry, please apply via our website or job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter.



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