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Shirley Fugate

Lakewood

Summary

Results-driven Associate Store Team Leader with four years of experience in driving sales and leading high-performing teams. Proven track record of achieving business objectives through effective problem-solving and team member development. Recognized for creating positive work environments that enhance store performance and team member happiness.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Store Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
Denver
09.2020 - Current
  • Helped lead operations in various UT and CO stores, notably the renowned CCK Diamond Store.
  • Successfully finished the CDSTL program, class of 2024.
  • Facilitated food safety improvement as FSET point to ensure consistent compliance. Awarded Regional Food Safety Team Member of the Month.
  • Facilitated programs, including Cultivate Mentor and Team Trainer Program, to build leadership and help with store retention.

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
Glendale
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • I joined the team two weeks before Thanksgiving 2018, and I led them through two successful holiday seasons.
  • Cultivated talent by selecting and developing an Assistant Team Leader, Chef, Supervisor, Buyer, and Receiver.
  • Enhanced store's compliance with safety and sanitation measures, leading to successful food safety audit results.

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
Sarasota
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Led the department through a transitional phase after the opening of a new Whole Foods Market location in Sarasota.
  • I served as a consultant in opening the new Gainesville, FL, location.
  • Expanded the team by mentoring department leaders towards their career advancement.

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
Davie
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Oversaw daily operations within the Prepared Foods Department at a Diamond Store location.
  • Piloted multiple regional programs, including the Salad Bar Refresh initiative.
  • Partnered with SFA to create diverse food offerings for on-site venue, The Watering Hole.

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
Davie
03.2014 - 07.2016
  • Completed the Florida Regional Accelerated Success Track Leadership Program in 2015.
  • Assisted the Team Leader in opening the new Davie Prepared Foods Department.
  • Prepared Foods consultant at two new Whole Foods locations in Florida: Downtown Miami and Destin.

Education

Associate of Arts - Journalism

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01-2026

Skills

  • Leadership Development
  • Clear Communication Skills
  • Talent Identification Proficiency
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Workplace Safety Compliance

Timeline

Associate Store Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
09.2020 - Current

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
09.2018 - 09.2020

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
01.2018 - 09.2018

Prepared Foods Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
07.2016 - 12.2017

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader

Whole Foods Market
03.2014 - 07.2016

Associate of Arts - Journalism

Broward College
Shirley Fugate