Prepared Foods Team Leader - $78000 to $85000 per YEAR

Metropolitan Market is a distinguished supermarket chain known for its commitment to providing high-quality, fresh, and specialty food products to its customers. Established with a focus on exceptional customer service, product excellence, and a community-oriented shopping experience, Metropolitan Market operates several stores in the Seattle area, including the Uptown location. With a reputation for sourcing the finest ingredients and offering an artisanal and well-curated marketplace, this establishment attracts customers who appreciate quality, variety, and expert knowledge of foods. The company's dedication to sustainability, local suppliers, and a positive team culture makes it a desirable place to work and shop. The opportunity at Metropolitan Market's Uptown Seattle location is for a Prepared Foods Team Leader. This role is a pivotal position within the store’s leadership team, responsible for overseeing the quality, presentation, and sales of prepared foods and cheese products. The Prepared Foods Team Leader will manage merchandising, product ordering, and department budgets, ensuring the team delivers not only excellent products but also legendary customer service. The role demands a strong leader who excels in motivating and developing team members, maintaining high standards in food safety and presentation, and contributing to the store’s overall success. This leadership position requires balancing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced retail food environment, including administrative tasks, scheduling, training, inventory management, and promotional activities. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of food products, culinary skills, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Employment at Metropolitan Market offers competitive compensation, with the salary range for this role between $78,000 and $85,000 annually. The position is full-time and integral to maintaining the marketplace’s reputation for quality and excellence. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities further enhance the appeal of working at Metropolitan Market.

• Valid Washington State Food Workers Card
• successful background check and reference checks
• high school diploma or equivalent
• minimum of five years supervisory experience
• minimum of three years of restaurant or deli experience
• strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP
• ability to manage budgets and inventory
• excellent leadership and communication skills
• ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• commitment to outstanding customer service
• ability to train and develop team members
• experience with product merchandising and display