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Job Ref:	32142
Employer:	Whole Foods.
City:	Englewood Cliffs
State/Province:	NJ
Country:	United States
Type of Employment:	Full Time

Job Description:

Position Overview: The rapidly expanding Northeast Region is excited to announce openings in the Bakery Leadership in Training Program. We are looking for experienced individuals with outstanding and demonstrated management skills as well as the passion to excel and move into a leadership role within the company. Fortune Magazine has placed us on their list of Top 100 Companies to Work for 14 years in a row! Isn't it time you joined the family?

If you want to be part of Whole Foods Market, this is the ideal place to start. Bring us your retail knowledge and leadership skills and we will train you in Whole Foods Market operations and culture while assisting you in becoming the best leader you can be. We have opportunities available for you in local metro areas including northern New Jersey, New York, and southern Connecticut.

The Leadership in Training Program consists of an intensive on-the-job training (lasting 3-5 months or longer, if necessary) that will prepare you to be successful at Whole Foods Market. Candidates must be ready to think, learn, and contribute - all while consistently communicating and modeling Whole Foods Market's vision and goals.

We offer an 8-hour day / 40-hour work week. You must have full flexibility to train in any store in the Northeast region as well as full flexibility to work any day and any hours. 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.

Responsibilities & Qualifications: Qualifications:

Flexibility to work in any/all NE regional stores.
Expected to attend training and classes to develop skills and knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, systems and programs in anticipation of filling a Leadership position.
Support and assist the Team Leader and Associate Team Leader in all tasks
Drive great customer service throughout the store
Help with overall product merchandising plans
Help maintain strong team morale
Active in the community
Assist the Team Leader and Associate Team Leaders to meet or exceed financial targets
Support and sustain Store, Regional and National policies and programs
Complete special projects as assigned
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

2+ years' leadership experience overseeing 5 or more employees related to the bakery department
Demonstrated skills, knowledge and interest in department
The ability and desire to train for 3-5 months beginning immediately
Ability and willingness to train and be placed in any NE regional area (NY, NJ, CT) store as needed (and within reasonable commuting distance)
Exceptional customer service skills
A strong passion for food and healthy living
Strong leadership background is required
Demonstrated merchandising ability
Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills
Strong computer skills, including Excel and Word
Excellent communication skills
The desire and demonstrated ability to move into a Team Leadership position (Assistant Team Leader or Team Leader)
The ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays and weekends, and travel as needed

About Us: Whole Foods Market is a company with a unique character and philosophy that has set us apart from traditional supermarkets. As the world's leading retailer of natural and organic foods, our mission is to provide the highest quality products and services to our customers.

We empower our Team Members to make their own decisions, thus creating an environment where people are treated with respect and are highly motivated to excel.

Whole Foods Market is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Whole Foods Market is a Smoke-Free Workplace.

Essential Job Functions:

Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat.
Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds. Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.
Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)

Post Date:

06/20/2013

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