New Store - Produce Department Supervisor - Full Time - Saint Charles, IL - Opening Early Summe[...]

Whole Foods Market; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Produce Department Supervisor for their new store in St. Charles, IL. This full-time role offers a dynamic opportunity to lead a team, ensuring high standards of retail execution while fostering a positive work environment. You will supervise and train team members, manage inventory, and engage with customers to enhance their shopping experience. With a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for someone passionate about fresh produce and exceptional customer service. Join a company that values teamwork and personal growth!

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 12+ months retail experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains Produce Team Members for high performance.
• Maintains cleanliness and stock of produce displays.
• Addresses customer needs and ensures team morale.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of Produce procedures and policies

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills

Ability to teach constructively

Product knowledge

Knowledge of safety and regulatory policies

Mathematical skills for financial and inventory management

Decision-making and leadership abilities

Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and related applications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

New Store - Produce Department Supervisor - Full Time - Saint Charles, IL - Opening Early Summer 2025

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Base pay range

$16.50/hr - $30.20/hr

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises and delegates tasks to Produce Team Members.
• Works with Produce Trainer to train Team Members, building a high-performance team.
• Assists in training of new Team Members using checklists and training materials.
• Keeps all cases and shelves clean, stocked, and rotated.
• Opens and closes the department following established procedures.
• Ensures all necessary breaks are provided.
• Communicates team concerns to leadership.
• Maintains high standards of retail execution.
• Encourages a positive environment of teamwork and morale.
• Addresses customer needs and questions promptly.
• Trains, mentors, and motivates Team Members to sustain high performance.
• Provides performance evaluations.
• Communicates WFM vision and goals effectively.

Job Skills

• Extensive knowledge of Produce procedures and policies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to teach constructively.
• Product knowledge.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory policies.
• Mathematical skills for financial and inventory management.
• Decision-making and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and related applications.

Experience

• 12+ months retail experience.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour shift.
• Use hands for grasping, manipulating, pushing, pulling.
• Perform bending, twisting, squatting, reaching.
• Work with cleaning chemicals.
• Temperatures: below 32°F, 32-40°F, above 90°F.
• Work in wet and cold environments.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Operate tools and heavy machinery.

Note: This summary covers essential responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Requirements may evolve with experience and business needs. Performance in current role is necessary for promotion consideration. Promotions depend on business needs and candidate qualifications.

The wage range is $16.50 - $23.35/hour, based on experience. Whole Foods offers "Whole Benefits" including health insurance, retirement, discounts, paid time off, and more. Eligibility is determined at hire. For details, visit www.mywfmbenefits.com.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industry: Retail

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