ABOUT US:
At Whole Foods Market, we empower our Team Members and Team Leaders to make their own decisions, thus creating an environment where people are treated with respect and are highly motivated to excel. We mentor Team Members through education and on-the-job experience. As a result, we are able to fill a majority of leadership roles from our existing team member base. We also recognize that there are individuals with talent outside of Whole Foods Market, and have training programs to bring those new leaders into the company.
Our Team Members represent over 50 different nations. We are people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, yet all work together to meet the needs of our customers.
We offer great benefits beginning with a full complement of medical and other traditional group health plan coverage, 401k plan, and a 20% discount at our stores.
To learn more, apply your passion today for our MAUI MALL store opening in FEBRUARY 2010!
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PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Interview, select, evaluate, counsel and terminate Team Members.
2. Follow through on all customer questions and requests.
3. Create a labor schedule to leverage productivity within the needs of the department.
4. Ensure department orders for equipment, supplies and product are timely and accurate.
5. Keep all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked and properly rotated.
6. Follow established food safety, cleaning and maintenance procedures.
7. Maintain accurate retail pricing and signage.
8. Oversee sampling of department products to the customers.
9. Supervise and maintain special order system.
10. Be aware of new products and their placement.
11. Ensure that product is cross-merchandised with other departments.
12. Maintain backstock areas and coolers.
13. Analyze and control product transfers, waste and spoilage.
14. Know and practice proper lifting techniques and safe use of all tools and equipment.
15. Practice proper care and maintenance of all equipment.
16. Report safety violations and hazards immediately; maintain department security.
17. Communicate with Team Members regarding all department operations.
18. Conduct scheduled inventories and submit reports.
19. Maintain a contribution margin equal to or exceeding regional averages.
20. Communicate company goals and information to Team Members.
21. Know product availability, preparation, storage and nutritional aspects.
22. Oversee adjustment of displays according to movement, promotions and profitability.
23. Keep Store Leadership informed of all events that affect the department.
24. Ensure that product mix meets varied customer dietary needs and requests.
25. Participate in regional and national sales promotions.
26. Have a firm understanding of department financials and labor budgets.
27. Accept and process product from Receiver.
28. Schedule and lead department team meetings; attend store and regional meetings.
29. Visit the competition on a regular basis and react to current industry trends.
30. Participate in Kiwi inventories when needed.
31. Perform Team Member duties as required to run the department.
32. Coordinate/supervise Bakery, Bakehouse, Coffee and Coffee/Juice Bar products and personnel.
33. Regular attendance is essential.
34. Perform other duties as assigned by Store Leadership/Coordinator.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Must be self-motivated and solution-oriented.
2. Excellent merchandising skills and eye for detail.
3. Possession of a current Serv-Safe certificate is highly recommended.
4. Ability to maintain good relationships with vendors and the community.
5. Good communicator and motivator; able to work well with others and convey enthusiasm.
6. Can train and inspire Team Members to excellence in all aspects of the department.
7. Love and knowledge of natural foods.
8. Is available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the department.
9. Knowledge of basic computer skills.
10. Supervisor or Specialist experience or equivalent.
11. Able to lift up to 40lbs unassisted.
This job description 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 as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the team.
EOE
- Location: Kahului
- Compensation: DOE
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