Chef De Partie

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$19.05/hr – $33.20/hr

• Drive and elevate culinary operational excellence by championing food quality and promoting a passion‑for‑food culture in the front and back of the house
• Consistently communicate and model Whole Foods Market vision and goals
• Demonstrate advanced product knowledge and awareness of industry trends, products and innovation
• Build a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect and exceptional morale
• Maintain awareness of competitors and industry trends
• Develop, mentor, motivate and train team members to sustain high performance and strong retention
• Establish standards of service and serve as the voice and face of Prepared Foods

• Manage and expedite production within Prepared Foods to ensure quality, presentation and food safety are maintained daily at the highest levels
• Communicate and execute operational and store process SOPs and regional merchandising standards for all culinary programs
• Ensure integrity of all menu implementations and planograms
• Monitor and maintain in‑stock levels; execute all Prime deals, promotions and sales‑driving initiatives
• Build strong partnership and communication with store leadership and team buyer
• Establish ownership of results, organize systematic approach to work and efficiently delegate responsibilities; set and achieve highest standards of retail execution
• Prioritize production lists for back of the house
• Ensure highest standard levels and conditions for walk‑ins
• Ensure compliance for all signage and messaging
• Oversee Prepared Foods catering order fulfillment
• Coordinate regional culinary tasting events
• Participate in inventory as needed

• Lead by example in promoting hospitality to all Whole Foods Market guests
• Serve as culinary ambassador and elevate guests’ in‑store experience
• Maintain awareness of customer flows and needs; direct team members as necessary to satisfy and delight customers

• Combined history (minimum 18 months) of professional hospitality/kitchen experience and culinary training
• Ability to teach and develop others constructively and positively
• Organized and systematic approach to work; aptitude to prioritize efficiently and delegate responsibilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and motivational skills to build teams and customer relationships
• True passion for food; food safety certification (or commitment to achieve certification within 6 months)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays as required
• Strong technology skills:
  Microsoft Office
• Consistent and punctual

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time, up to 8‑10 hours per shift
• Bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, reaching, climbing; may require use of ladders
• Unassisted heavy lifting and/or assisted lifting to 50 pounds
• Repetitive hand and arm motion – single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, pulling
• Exposure to FDA‑approved cleaning chemicals
• Work in varying temperatures: 90 °F
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
• Ability to use tools and equipment and operational machinery
• Iteration of duties
• Ability to travel for training purposes or other meetings as required

The wage range for this position is $19.05–$33.20 per hour, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits – including health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan on the date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site.

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. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.