Store Team Leader - New Store Opening - Queensway, London - Fall 2026

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

The UK is seeking a Store Team Leader to open our new store located on Queensway, London. This role manages all aspects of store operations. Lead and develop Associate Store Team Leaders, Team Leaders, and Team Members.
Responsibilities

Ensure the highest retail standards for store execution, cleanliness and maintenance are being met or exceeded at all times.
Build a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale.
Use expertise to positively influence situations and effectively communicate ideas and changes to Team Members.
Select, train, develop, mentor, motivate and counsel Team Members in a manner that builds and sustains a high-performance team and minimizes turnover.
Use creative and innovative thinking to build sales and legendary customer service, effectively address problems, and successfully adapt to the market and competition.
Provide ideas and suggestions that contribute to the growth of the store and region.
Inspire Team Members, set clear expectations and develop Team Members to excellence.
Support Team Member growth and development by promoting a culture of training.
Lead in understanding, implementing, and living the company Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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
Possess sound judgement and the ability to remain level headed and fair minded
High energy, enthusiastic, and displays an affinity for our products, core values, and company philosophy
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Desired Work Experiences

3+ years of experience in a Store Leadership role
Leading Teams
Customer Service Focus
Team Building
Conflict Resolution
Employee Relations
Store Operations (Inventory, Labor Management, Cost Control, Regulatory Compliance)
Marketing (Pricing, Merchandising, Competitor Analysis)
Managing P&L

The wage range for this position is £55,000.00-£96,500.00 Annual, commensurate with experience. 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). https://careers.wholefoodsmarket.co.uk/benefits.

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