Prepared Foods Department Supervisor

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

Job Description:

The Prepared Foods Team Member Supervisor assists with the scheduling and supervision of Team Members and the day-to-day flow of the department. They oversee and maintain compelling Prepared Foods, coffee, and juice displays. The supervisor supports the Prepared Foods Team Leader and Associate Team Leader to ensure smooth operation of the Prepared Foods Team. The supervisor must ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members. They perform duties in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. The supervisor must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. They must support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations.

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• Supervises and delegates tasks to Prepared Foods Team Members.
  
• Works with Prepared Foods Trainer to train Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
  
• Assists in training of new Team Members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials.
  
• Keeps all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.
  
• Opens and closes department according to established procedures.
  
• Ensures all necessary breaks are given.
  
• Communicates team concerns to the Team Leader and Associate Team Leader.
  
• Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution.
  
• Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
  
• Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers; responds promptly to customer needs and questions.
  
• Selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
  
• Provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations.
  
• Consistently communicates and models WFM vision and goals.
  
  Key requirements include:
  
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  • Extensive knowledge of Prepared Foods team procedures and policies.
    
  • Strong demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
    
  • Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills.
    
  • Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner.
    
  • 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 email, Microsoft Office, and operations-related applications.
    
    The ideal candidate should have:
    
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    • 12+ months retail experience.
      
      Physical requirements include:
      
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      • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
        
      • In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
        
      • Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
        
      • Work requires the following motions: 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.
        

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