Whole Foods Market is hiring!

Team Leader

Job Description

We are now hiring dynamic and energetic people for leadership roles in all departments including: Prepared Foods, Beer Wine and Cheese, Produce, Seafood, and Grocery!

Job Summary:
Teamwork is at the heart of Whole Foods Market, and as a Team Leader you will lead a team with your creativity, passion for the product, and quality driven leadership style. The Team Leader reports to the Store Manager (Store Team Leader) and is guided by the Regional Program Coordinator. We are looking for individuals who lead, not manage, teams. You will be encouraged to run the team as if it was your own business (within certain guidelines of course). This is a position that will prepare you for Store or Regional Leadership within Whole Foods Market.

Essential Duties:

Interview, select, evaluate, counsel and terminate Team Members.
Follow through on all customer questions and requests.
Create a labor schedule to leverage productivity within the needs of the department.
Ensure department orders for equipment, supplies and product are timely and accurate.
Keep all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.
Follow established food safety, cleaning and maintenance procedures.
Maintain accurate retail pricing and signage.
Oversee sampling of department products to the customers.
Supervise and maintain special order system.
Be aware of new products and their placement.
Ensure that product is cross-merchandised with other departments.
Maintain backstock areas and coolers.
Analyze and control product transfers, waste and spoilage.
Know and practice proper lifting techniques and safe use of all tools and equipment.
Practice proper care and maintenance of all equipment.
Report safety violations and hazards immediately; maintain department security.
Communicate with Team Members regarding all department operations.
Conduct scheduled inventories and submit reports.
Maintain a contribution margin equal to or exceeding regional averages.
Communicate company goals and information to Team Members.
Know product availability, preparation, storage and nutritional aspects.
Oversee adjustment of displays according to movement, promotions and profitability.
Keep Store Leadership informed of all events that affect the department.
Ensure that product mix meets varied customer dietary needs and requests.
Participate in regional and national sales promotions.
Have a firm understanding of department financials and labor budgets.
Accept and process product from Receiver.
Schedule and lead department team meetings; attend store and regional meetings.
Visit the competition on a regular basis and react to current industry trends.
Participate in Kiwi inventories when needed.
Perform Team Member duties as required to run the department.
Regular attendance is essential.
Perform other duties as assigned by Store Leadership/Coordinator.

Skills & Responsibilities

We are looking for Leaders who have a passion for food, and customer service. If you have at least two years of leadership experience in restaurants, grocery, or retail we would love to hear from you.