Whole Body Team Trainer - Full Time

Principal Duties

• Ensures new and ongoing store and team training programs are successfully delivered and completed.
• Works within training deadlines and goals.
• Collaborates with Team Leaders and the Store Trainer to schedule New Member training during their first four shifts.
• Coordinates with New Members, Team Leadership, and the Store Trainer on the timely completion of New Member Connections, regularly communicating status toward completion.
• Facilitates team-specific operational training for Team Members, including team Operational Learning Pathways and team-specific program rollouts.
• Attends Team Trainer meetings, as scheduled.
• Acts as a role model for constant food safety, sanitation procedures, and occupational safety.
• Trains all Team Members on customer service standards and looks for opportunities to provide timely feedback.
• Trains all Team Members on new products, their differentiation, sales tactics, and department placement.
• Consistently practices and models proper care, use, and maintenance of all team equipment and PPE.
• Completes the Team Trainer Operational Learning Pathway, Team Trainer Certification, and other assigned training.
• Familiarizes themselves with the Store Training Roles Handbook and maintains engagement with all communication platforms.
• Organizes, tracks, reports, and maintains accurate training records using Whole Foods Market’s learning systems.

Skills

• Comfortable speaking with small and large groups and inspiring others.
• Capable of teaching others in a constructive and positive manner.
• General computer skills and basic knowledge of software applications (MS Office Suite).
• Working knowledge of Whole Foods Market’s learning systems.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Able to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Able to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Able to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for high-quality foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with Whole Foods Market’s quality goals.

Experience

• 6 months of Whole Foods Market experience (or equivalent retail training experience).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• In an 8-hour workday: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation pushing, and pulling.
• Motions: bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezers), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to work in wet and/or cold environments.
• 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 $15.00-$24.40 Hourly, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Note: Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits 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).

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New Entry Level Team Members

New entry level Team Members who successfully complete their first 90-days of employment and who remain actively employed in an eligible role, may be eligible for a base rate increase after their 90-day anniversary.

EEO Statement

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.

We hire and promote individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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