Prepared Foods Department Supervisor (Culinary, Deli) - Full Time

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do—it’s about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren’t just a grocery store: we’re world‑changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionise the grocery industry. Responsibilities Assist with the scheduling and supervision of Team Members as well as with the day‑to‑day flow of the department. Oversee and maintain compelling Prepared Foods, coffee, and juice displays. Support the Prepared Foods Team Leader and Associate Team Leader(s) to ensure smooth operation of the Prepared Foods Team. Ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. Perform all duties in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Prepare and be able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. Support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional and store programmes and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department. Supervise and delegate tasks to Prepared Foods Team Members. Work with Prepared Foods Trainer to train Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high‑performance team and minimises turnover. Assist in training of new Team Members, utilising learning checklists and training materials. Keep all cases and shelves clean, well‑stocked and properly rotated. Open and close the department according to established procedures. Ensure all necessary breaks are given. Communicate team concerns to the Team Leader and Associate Team Leader. Set and achieve the highest standards of retail execution. Foster and encourage a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect and exceptional morale. Maintain awareness of customer flows and needs and direct Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers; respond promptly to customer needs and questions. Select, train, develop, mentor and counsel Team Members in a manner that sustains a high‑performance team and minimises turnover. Provide timely, thorough and thoughtful performance evaluations. Consistently communicate and model WFM vision and goals. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Extensive knowledge of Prepared Foods team procedures and policies. Strong demonstrated organisational 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 prioritise and delegate. Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office and operations‑related applications. Desired Work Experiences 12+ months retail experience. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions 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. Note: The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher‑level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position or developing skills to perform at the higher‑level role do not guarantee a promotion. The wage range for this position is $20.50−$31.50 hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits, a wide range of benefits for full‑time and part‑time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programmes and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service and job type (such as regular or seasonal). Whole Foods Market provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Whole Foods Market, Inc.