Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $25.40
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Benefits

Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocer committed to nourishing people and the planet through high-quality natural and organic products. With a compelling purpose behind every decision, Whole Foods Market goes beyond simply offering groceries; it actively promotes health, environmental sustainability, and community wellbeing. The company invests in school garden grants, provides access to fresh and healthy food for those living in food deserts, aids in poverty alleviation within developing countries, and strives to revolutionize the grocery industry by setting new standards of excellence. With a dedicated team, Whole Foods Market is more than just a grocery store — it is a movement toward better living, greater sustainability, and meaningful social impact.

Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a community of passionate world-changers who are proud to help transform the way people eat and shop. The company encourages personal growth among its Team Members and offers a supportive environment for developing valuable skills in retail, customer service, food safety, and teamwork. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, playing a crucial part in the overall customer experience and operational excellence.

The Dishwasher position at Whole Foods Market is an entry-level role essential to ensuring food safety and cleanliness within the kitchen and food prep areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for washing, rinsing, sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen small wares. Additionally, maintaining the cleanliness of floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves is a critical duty. This position supports kitchen deliveries, ensuring proper storage, organization, and rotation of products compliant with store standards. Adhering to health, sanitation, and safety regulations, as well as to Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures, is mandatory to maintain the highest quality environment for both customers and Team Members.

Candidates joining Whole Foods Market in this role should possess effective time management skills, a dedication to cleanliness, and the ability to work well within a team. Strong communication capabilities are important for working with fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors, fostering a respectful and efficient work atmosphere. Whole Foods Market values passion for natural foods and its mission, and the Dishwasher role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to those values. This role requires physical stamina and involves lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and working under varying temperature conditions, including refrigerators and freezers.

Whole Foods Market provides competitive wages for this position, ranging from $16.50 to $25.40 per hour based on experience. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, store discounts, paid time off, and access to other programs designed to support the well-being of Team Members. Eligible employees may receive a wage increase after successful completion of their first 90 days. Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all candidates and employees have fair access based on qualifications and business needs. By joining as a Dishwasher, you will play a vital role in the store’s daily operations and help sustain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for customers and co-workers alike.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing and walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour shift
  • ability to perform hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures ranging from freezing to over 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 such as knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Effective time management skills
  • demonstrates a passion for cleanliness
  • strong to excellent communication skills
  • willingness to work as part of a team
  • ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
  • ability to meet customer service expectations
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market’s mission
  • strong work ethic
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • understanding of 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 and addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner
  • maximizes sales potential through proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
  • follows and complies with established procedures including 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 leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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