Store Leadership in Training: Career Development Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

401k plan

Job summary

Whole Foods Market seeks a Career Development Associate Store Team Leader to join a structured leadership training program guiding candidates toward an Associate Store Team Leader role. The CDASTL supports store operations, coaching teams, and achieving safety, service and financial goals in a fast-paced retail environment.

Participants must engage in weekly trainings, mentor collaborations, and capstone projects, with an emphasis on growth, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration in a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading a team in Retail/Culinary/Hospitality or related industries.
• High performing Manager/Team Leader or equivalent leadership experience.
• Ability to drive results and support teams to high standards.
• Strong merchandising/retailing knowledge and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, training, delegation and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and provide feedback to store leaders and teams.
• Support store leadership in merchandising, marketing, quality assurance and training.
• Drive customer service excellence and community relations.
• Analyze financial reports and assist in achieving performance goals.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to align priorities and actions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Training ability

Organized

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Whole Foods Market seeks a Career Development Associate Store Team Leader to join a structured leadership training program guiding candidates toward an Associate Store Team Leader role. The CDASTL supports store operations, coaching teams, and achieving safety, service and financial goals in a fast-paced retail environment.

Participants must engage in weekly trainings, mentor collaborations, and capstone projects, with an emphasis on growth, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration in a