Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader

Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: Cranston
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Assists Team Leader in daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects. Leads and develops Team Members. Ensures positive company image by providing courteous service to customers and Team Members. Performs duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. Supports WFM core values and goals, promotes programs and initiatives, and adheres to health and safety regulations. Maintains creative store layout and product merchandising. Works with Team Leader to achieve sales and labor targets. Assists with analysis of sales and reports. Demonstrates advanced product knowledge and maintains awareness of new products. Maintains good vendor relationships and ensures all paperwork is properly submitted. Works with Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues. Functions as point person in absence of Team Leader. Sets and achieves high standards of retail execution. Fosters positive environment of teamwork and exceptional morale. Consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals. Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members. Selects, trains, develops, and motivates Team Members. Provides timely performance evaluations. High energy, enthusiastic, and displays affinity for products, core values, and company philosophy. Growth mindset and desire to coach and mentor others. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills. Product knowledge and advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies. Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance. Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate. Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications. 18+ months retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day. Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. Work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching. Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals. Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Ability to work in wet and dry conditions. 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. May require use of ladders.

Keywords: Whole Foods Market, New Bedford , Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader, Hospitality & Tourism , Cranston, Massachusetts