Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader

Assigned by TL with goal to master all areas of responsibility: 1. TEAM MEMBER DEVELOPMENT Consistently, communicate and model Whole Foods vision and goal. Assist in the interview, selection, training, development, and counseling of Team Members in a manner, which builds and sustains a high performing team and minimizes turn over. Discuss hiring and termination decisions with guidance of Prepared Foods Team Leader, Store Team Leader and Coordinator. Establish and maintain a positive work environment. 2. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Manage inventory to achieve targeted gross profit margin. Manage the ordering process to meet Whole Foods Market quality standards, maintain competitive pricing and achieve targeted sales 3. MERCHANDISING/MARKETING MANAGEMENT Develop and maintain creative store layout and product merchandising in support of regional and national vision 4. COMMUNICATION Establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationship with Team Leader, STL, Regional Team, Team Leaders, and all Team Members. Model and cultivate effective inter-department and inter-store communication. 5. MANAGEMENT REPORTING Provide accurate, complete information in daily, weekly, monthly, annual and “ad hoc” management reports. 6. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with relevant regularity rules and standards, including: OSHA, Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation, FDA, Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), H.A.C.C.P
REQUIREMENTS
1. 1-2 years department experience or industry equivalent 2. Verified completion of the Team Member to ATL Competencies on the FASTL Competency Checklist 3. Passion and appreciation for quality food 4. Clear and effective communicator 5. Patient and enjoys working and mentoring people 6. Ability to work well with others as a team 7. Strong organizational skills 8. Knowledge of all relevant Whole Foods Market policies and standards 9. Computer skills