New Store - Produce Department Supervisor - Full Time - San Diego, California - Opening Late Summer 2026
About the Role
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 Produce, coffee, and juice displays. Supports the Produce Team Leader and Associate Team Leader(s) to ensure smooth operation of the Produce Team. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures and strive to support Whole Foods Market core values and goals.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and delegates tasks to Produce Team Members.
- Works with Produce Trainer to train Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
- Assists in training of new Team Members, utilizing learning checklists and training materials.
- Keeps all cases and shelves clean, well-stocked, and properly rotated.
- Opens and closes department according to established procedures.
- Ensures all necessary breaks are given.
- Communicates team concerns to the Team Leader and Associate Team Leader.
- Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution.
- Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
- Maintains awareness of customer flows and needs and directs Team Members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers; responds promptly to customer needs and questions.
- Selects, trains, develops, mentors, motivates, and counsels Team Members in a manner that sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
- Provides timely, thorough, and thoughtful performance evaluations.
- Consistently communicates and models Whole Foods Market vision and goals.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of Produce team procedures and policies.
- Strong demonstrated 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.
Requirements
- 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 the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
- Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
Pay
The wage range for this position is $18.50-$30.20 hourly.
Benefits
Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits" for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including:
- Eligibility for a store discount.
- Paid time off.
- Financial wellness programs.
- Health & wellness support programs.
- Access to other Team Member perks.
Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable plan at a person’s date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal).