Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Employee programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading retailer in the natural and organic foods industry, renowned for its dedication to nourishing people and the planet. Established as more than just a grocery store, Whole Foods Market prides itself on fostering personal growth and creating meaningful change within communities and beyond. The company actively contributes to positive social impact through initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, and supporting poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries. With an unwavering commitment to sustainability and health, Whole Foods Market continues to revolutionize the grocery industry by setting high standards of excellence in product quality, customer service, and environmental responsibility.

Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, community involvement, and a passion for natural foods. The company offers an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. This particular role is an entry-level Dishwasher position within the Whole Foods Market retail store setting, classified as hourly employment with a wage range of $15.00 to $24.40, depending on experience. The position involves performing duties related to dishwashing and maintaining overall cleanliness in the kitchen area, essential to supporting the smooth operations of the store and ensuring a sanitary working environment. Team Members in this role are expected to uphold Whole Foods Market's core values and dedicate themselves to exemplary customer service, contributing to a positive company image at all times.

The Dishwasher works closely with other Team Members to ensure that cleanliness and safety standards are consistently met or exceeded. This includes washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and small wares; maintaining cleanliness of floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves; and assisting in kitchen deliveries and proper storage of products. The role requires someone who demonstrates a passion for cleanliness, strong communication skills, an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to supporting Whole Foods Market's mission of promoting healthy eating and sustainability. Employees are expected to follow all health and safety regulations, including Food Safety rules, and to report any safety hazards promptly.

Candidates can expect a flexible work schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds and performing tasks that involve bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching. Whole Foods Market offers a comprehensive benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which may include health and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, a store discount, and access to other employee programs. New Team Members who complete their first 90 days and remain actively employed in eligible roles may be eligible for a base rate increase. The company is committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities and promotes from within based on merit and business needs, not on protected characteristics. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about natural foods and community impact to begin or advance their careers with a respected, values-driven company.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand or walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • Hand use including 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 as needed
  • 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

  • No prior retail experience required
  • Effective time management skills
  • Demonstrates a passion for cleanliness
  • 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
  • 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

  • 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
  • Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
  • 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
  • Maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards
  • Performs opening,mid,and closing duties as assigned
  • Ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • Performs other duties as assigned by store,regional,or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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