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

Whole Foods Market; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 26,863 - 41,603; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a Prepared Foods Department Supervisor in San Mateo, California. This full-time role involves supervising team members, managing food displays, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate has over one year of retail experience and strong leadership skills, with a pay range of $19.50 to $30.20 per hour, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ months retail experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Capable of teaching others in a positive manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling and supervising Team Members.
• Oversee and maintain displays in Prepared Foods.
• Support daily operations of the Prepared Foods Team.

Skills

Knowledge of Prepared Foods procedures

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Mathematical skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Operations-related applications

Job description

Overview

Prepared Foods Department Supervisor (Culinary, Deli) - Full Time role at Whole Foods Market.

Base pay range

$19.50/hr - $30.20/hr

Responsibilities

• Assists with the scheduling and supervision of Team Members as well as with the day-to-day flow of the department.
• Oversees and maintains compelling Prepared Foods, coffee, and juice displays.
• Supports the Prepared Foods Team Leader and Associate Team Leader(s) to ensure smooth operation of the Prepared Foods Team.
• All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times.
• All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures.
• Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions.
• All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of Prepared Foods team procedures and policies.
• Strong 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.

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 bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: < 32 F (freezing), 32-40 F (refrigerators), > 90 F.
• 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 $19.50-$30.20 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site: https://careers.wholefoodsmarket.com/benefits.

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, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Retail

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