Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Training and Development

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain specializing in the sale of natural and organic foods. Founded in 1980 and now a subsidiary of Amazon, Whole Foods Market has established itself as a leader in the grocery industry by focusing on high-quality, ethically sourced products. The company is committed to environmental sustainability, community involvement, and improving access to healthy food. Operating numerous stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Whole Foods Market prides itself not only on providing fresh and healthy food options but also on fostering personal growth for its employees and creating meaningful, positive change both locally and globally.

Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a mission-driven team that actively works to nourish people and the planet. The company supports programs that improve how people eat, fund grants for school gardens, provide access to fresh food in food deserts, and alleviate poverty in developing nations. Whole Foods Market encourages its team members to embody the company’s core values—such as integrity, teamwork, and respect—and supports their professional advancement with opportunities for training and development.

The position of Dishwasher at Whole Foods Market is critical to maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment. This role involves diligently washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and small wares to meet the highest standards of cleanliness. Dishwashers also assist in maintaining general cleanliness in the kitchen area, including floors, drains, shelves, and walls. This role supports the kitchen team by taking deliveries, properly storing and rotating products, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and health standards.

Working as a Dishwasher at Whole Foods Market requires effective time management, a passion for cleanliness, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Employees must be ready to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and must be physically capable of the job demands, such as standing for long periods and lifting objects up to 50 pounds. Whole Foods Market values teamwork and expects all team members to deliver courteous, friendly service to both customers and colleagues.

This hourly position offers a wage range of $16.50 to $25.40, which is commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market also provides comprehensive benefits, known as "Whole Benefits," which may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, store discounts, and access to other employee programs. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

By joining Whole Foods Market as a Dishwasher, employees become vital contributors to a company that is not just a grocery store but a community-focused, world-changing organization. This role offers a chance to develop skills, grow professionally, and be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • ability to stand and walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • ability to use hands for single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • ability to bend, twist, squat and reach
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • ability to work in temperatures below freezing to above 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

  • No prior retail experience required
  • effective time management skills
  • strong to excellent communication skills
  • willingness to work as part of a team
  • ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner
  • ability to meet customer service expectations and standards
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
  • strong work ethic
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency
  • understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals

Job Duties

  • Washes, rinses, and sanitizes dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and small wares
  • maintains cleanliness of floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves in the kitchen area
  • assists with kitchen deliveries including proper storage, organization, and rotation of products
  • 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 with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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