Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager) - Full Time Pay: Competitive Employment type: Full-Time Job Description Assist the Team Leader in daily operations, including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects. Lead and develop Team Members. Ensure courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members, in line with store SOPs. Perform duties aligned with other Team Member roles, supporting WFM core values and initiatives, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Job Responsibilities Develop and maintain creative store layouts and product merchandising. Work with Team Leader to meet sales, purchasing, and labor goals. Analyze sales, reports, and labor data. Maintain product knowledge and awareness of new products. Manage vendor relationships and ensure proper paperwork submission. Address team concerns and act as departmental lead in the absence of the Team Leader. Ensure high standards of retail execution. Foster a positive environment with teamwork, respect, and morale. Communicate and model WFM vision and goals. Monitor customer flow and needs, directing Team Members accordingly. Train, mentor, motivate, and evaluate Team Members to promote high performance and reduce turnover. Job Skills High energy, enthusiasm, and alignment with our products and values. Growth mindset and willingness to take on responsibility. Strong interpersonal, motivational, and customer service skills. Ability to teach and develop others positively. Product knowledge and understanding of safety and regulatory policies. Financial skills for monitoring profitability and managing inventory. Leadership, decision-making, and delegation abilities. Proficiency with email, MS Office, and operational applications. Experience At least 18 months retail Team Member experience and 6 months supervisory experience. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions Ability to lift 50 pounds. Stand/walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour shift. Use hands for grasping, manipulation, pushing, and pulling. Perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and temperatures up to 90°F. Work in wet and dry conditions, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Operate tools and equipment, including knives, pallet jacks, and ladders. Note: This summary covers essential responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Duties may vary based on conditions and location. Performance in current roles is necessary for promotion consideration. Promotions depend on business needs and individual qualifications. Wage range: $21.55 - $28.28/hour, based on experience. Whole Foods offers comprehensive benefits (

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