Bakery Associate Team Leader

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

Job Description:

Assists the Team Leader in daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects. Leads and develops Team Members. Provides courteous, friendly, service to customers and Team Members. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures.Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains creative store layout and product merchandising.
• Works with Team Leader to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets.
• Assists Team Leader in analysis of sales, reports and labor.
• Maintains good vendor relationships and ensures all paperwork is properly submitted for vendor processing.
• Works with Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues.
• Functions as point person and departmental person in charge in absence of Team Leader.
• Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution.
• Fosters a positive environment of teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
• Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers.
• Selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members.
• Provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations.
• Consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals.Job Skills:
  • High energy and enthusiasm for our products, core values, and company philosophy.
  • Growth mindset towards greater responsibility and ownership.
  • Desire to coach and mentor others for growth.
  • Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills.
  • Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Thorough product knowledge.
  • Advanced knowledge of regulatory and safety policies and procedures.
  • Proficient mathematical skills for assessing financial performance, monitoring profitability, and managing inventory.
  • Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operations-related applications.Experience:
    • 18+ months retail Team Member experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience.Physical Requirements:
      • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
      • Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day.
      • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
      • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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