Assistant Store Manager; Associate Store Team Leader -Northern NJ Metro

Whole Foods Market is seeking an Assistant Store Manager (Associate Store Team Leader) to join our team. The Associate Store Team Leader (ASTL) assists the Store Team Leader in all aspects of store operations, providing guidance to team leaders in areas such as profitability, expense control, inventory control, buying, merchandising, labor and regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. The position requires willingness to work in different stores within 35 miles or an hour commute from home, and flexibility to move beyond the current metro area is highly desirable.

Whole Foods Market offers a comprehensive benefits program to full‑time team members, including low‑premium health, dental and vision plans, life insurance plans, paid time off, 401(k) plan, wellness programs, career learning & development, a team‑member assistance program, and a 20 % team‑member discount. We offer competitive wages and a great work‑life balance.

• Support the Store Team Leader in all areas of operations including inventory, safety, merchandising, financial and physical plant issues.
• Maintain outstanding retail execution and customer service in the store.
• Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate, and counsel team members to build and sustain a high‑performance team and minimize turnover.
• Uphold and communicate regional and store programs and standards to team leaders and team members.
• Regularly inspect the store to ensure compliance with all programs, rules and standards.
• Review and monitor scheduling, purchases and other expenses to ensure teams and the store are within budget.
• Address customer concerns when necessary.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
• Ability to multi‑task, show excellent follow‑through, and see the big picture.
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team‑building and leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• High energy, enthusiastic, and affinity for our products, core values and company philosophy.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role in retail, culinary, hospitality, or related industries.
• Customer service focus.
• Team building.
• Employee relations.
• Store operations (inventory, labor management, cost control).
• Marketing (pricing, merchandising).
• Managing P&L.

The wage range for this position is $83,200.00–$ annually, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers “Whole Benefits,” a comprehensive program for full‑time and part‑time team members that includes a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and other team‑member perks. Eligibility is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan based on location, length of service and job type.

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.