Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Training opportunities
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain that has made a significant impact in the retail food industry by emphasizing natural and organic products. Known for its commitment to nourishing people and the planet, the company goes beyond the conventional grocery experience by promoting initiatives that improve how people eat, support community health programs, and increase access to healthy food. They fund school garden grants, work to alleviate poverty in developing countries, and strive to provide fresh and healthy food options to people living in food deserts. These efforts position Whole Foods Market not just as a grocery... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- exposure to temperatures including less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- ability to work in a wet and cold environment
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- may require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- No prior retail experience required
- strong basic math skills
- strong to excellent communication skills
- 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
- 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
- strong attention to detail
Job Duties
- Check out customer groceries efficiently and accurately
- uphold government regulations concerning sale of alcoholic beverages and taxation
- follow proper check, ATM, and credit procedures
- use proper tares procedures when ringing up scalable items
- clean and stock front end areas, including own register – changing tapes and ribbon as necessary
- follow all cash handling procedures – meeting and exceeding regional cashier variance policy
- may assist with training of new cashier and cashier assistant team members
- assist supervisor in controlling customer flow and backed up lines – helping reduce customer waiting time
- proactively participate in company programs as directed by leadership
- arrive to workstation on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
- work all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetings
- provide excellent customer service, address needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and model suggestive selling techniques
- answer phones and pages promptly and courteously
- maximize sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
- follow and comply, or ensure compliance, with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
- maintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
- maintain equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards
- perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
- ensure accuracy of signs and pricing
- immediately report safety hazards and violations
- perform other duties as assigned by store or company leadership
- for those hired November 2024 and beyond, assigned shopper training to complete and as needed may be assigned shopper tasks within the customer service team
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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