Prepared Foods Team Lead: Build a High-Performing Team

Whole Foods Market; Mill Valley (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Health & wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Mill Valley, CA seeks an experienced Prepared Foods Leader to guide daily operations, profitability, and regulatory compliance. You will hire, coach, and develop Team Members, drive merchandising excellence, and monitor labor and costs while delivering superior customer service.

The role requires strong leadership, product knowledge, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 24+ months of retail experience including 12+ months of team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Holds team members accountable for delivering outstanding customer service.
• Builds a positive work environment with teamwork and morale.
• Makes hiring and separation decisions.
• Manages sales, purchasing, and labor targets.
• Maintains product assortment, merchandising, and inventory control.
• Establishes collaborative relationships with department leaders and vendors.
• Keeps abreast of competitors and industry trends.
• Sets and achieves high standards of retail execution.
• Directs team to meet customer needs and questions.
• Provides performance evaluations and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Customer service

Budget and labor management

Merchandising knowledge

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Mill Valley, CA seeks an experienced Prepared Foods Leader to guide daily operations, profitability, and regulatory compliance. You will hire, coach, and develop Team Members, drive merchandising excellence, and monitor labor and costs while delivering superior customer service.

The role requires strong leadership, product knowledge, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.