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Bakery Team Member (Service Counter) - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods. Founded in 1980, the company has grown to become a beloved brand known for its strong commitment to high-quality, healthy products, sustainability, and community involvement. Whole Foods Market is dedicated to improving the way people eat and live, supporting environmental initiatives, and making a positive difference wherever it operates. This dedication extends beyond grocery retailing: the company funds grants for school gardens, supports access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, works on alleviating poverty in developing countries, and promotes sustainable agriculture. Whole Foods Market fosters an inclusive workplace culture centered on personal growth and meaningful change, making careers here about much more than just the tasks at hand.

Working at Whole Foods Market means contributing to a mission-driven organization. The company offers a range of employment opportunities, including part-time and full-time positions, with competitive pay typically ranging from 17.00 to 25.40 dollars per hour depending on experience and role. Employees benefit from "Whole Benefits," which include comprehensive health and wellness programs, paid time off, and team member discounts among other perks. The company values fairness and equal opportunity in employment, promoting an inclusive environment regardless of race, gender, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

The Bakery Team Member position at Whole Foods Market is vital to maintaining the store’s high standards for product quality, customer service, and operational excellence. This role supports the bakery department by receiving and preparing products, maintaining attractive bakery displays, and assisting customers with their purchases. Team members ensure that all products are fresh, well-stocked, and compliant with health and safety regulations. This job requires a proactive and enthusiastic approach to selling bakery goods, a strong work ethic, and the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

As part of the bakery team, you will be responsible for tasks such as breaking down deliveries, stocking shelves accurately, rotating products to prevent spoilage, and maintaining clean and organized display areas. You will engage directly with customers, answering questions and providing excellent service to enhance their shopping experience. The role also involves helping with sampling programs and inventory checks, making sure all bakery operations comply with company policies and government standards for food safety and sanitation. Team members must be prepared to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and must follow store protocols and the broader Whole Foods Market mission at every level.

Overall, a career at Whole Foods Market in this bakery role offers the opportunity to join a progressive retailer committed to sustainability, community impact, and personal development. New team members are supported through training and have opportunities for advancement based on performance and business needs. If you share a passion for natural foods, quality customer service, and making a difference in your community, this role provides a meaningful way to grow professionally while contributing to an ethical enterprise that cares for people and the planet.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • Ability to use hand for single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Ability to work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to sell proactively
  • Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department
  • Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness
  • Proactively reads labels and familiarizes oneself on various products
  • Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
  • Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members
  • Ability to follow directions and procedures
  • Effective time management and organization skills
  • Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
  • Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals

Job Duties

  • Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating and removing out-of-date products
  • Stocks and cleans shelves, bins, and display areas
  • Monitors and prevents spoilage and communicates waste to buyers, team leaders, and shift supervisor
  • Maintains back stock in good order
  • Assists with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean and appealing
  • Assists with periodic inventory checks
  • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
  • Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
  • Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
  • Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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