Prepared Foods Assistant Team Leader (Full Time) - Full-time

Job DescriptionPerform all functions necessary to assist the Prepared FoodsTeam Leader in the daily operation of the department. Responsibilities include inventory control, maintenance of back room and floor, and training and supporting Prepared FoodsTeam Members. Exhibit desire and potential to move into a Team Leader position. DUTIES: * Assist and support the Prepared Foods Team Leader with all departmental functions. * Give every customer immediate and undivided attention. Surprise and delight the customers with consistent, delicious food. Follow through on all customer questions and requests. * Assist in the interviewing, training, development and counseling processes of all Team Members in a manner which builds and sustains a high performing team and minimizes turnover. * Establish and maintain a positive work environment, which encourages an exceptionally high level of Team Member morale. * Create a labor schedule to leverage productivity within the needs of the department. * Follow department procedures to maintain supplies, backstock and coolers and to track product transfers and spoilage. * Develop and maintain creative store layout and product merchandising to support the regional and national WFM vision. * Know product availability, preparation, storage and nutritional aspects. * Ensure Chef/Cook are following up to date and accurate recipes. * Manage inventory and pricing, including signage, to achieve required margin and labor targets. Oversee sampling of department products to the customers. * Supervise and maintain special order system. * Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and adhere to safe work practices. * Operate and sanitize all equipment in a safe and proper manner. * This job posting is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned by leadership. REQUIREMENTS: * Previous kitchen, culinary, deli, restaurant, kitchen management, cooking or customer service experience. * Desire to become a Prepared Foods Team Leader. * Good communicator and motivator; able to work well with others and convey enthusiasm. * Must be self-motivated and solution-oriented. * Can train and inspire a diverse group of Team Members to excellence in all aspects of the department. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of and appreciation for natural foods * Available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the department. * Certified purchaser experience preferred. At Whole Foods Market we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled.