Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.25 - $16.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned supermarket chain committed to providing high-quality natural and organic foods. Known for its strong dedication to sustainability, community involvement, and health-conscious products, Whole Foods Market has established itself as a leader in the grocery industry by prioritizing customer wellness and environmental responsibility. Their mission centers on nourishing both people and the planet, which they fulfill by supporting initiatives such as funding school gardens, increasing access to fresh foods in food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and promoting sustainable farming practices. Whole Foods Market is more than just a grocery store—it is a place where employees can make meaningful contributions to their community and the world while growing professionally and personally.

The role offered is ideal for individuals passionate about baking and natural foods, focused on crafting quality artisanal breads and pastries. This position involves preparing doughs, mixes, cakes, cookies, breakfast pastries, pies, bars, and decorating cakes and pies with a commitment to excellence. Candidates will be responsible for baking, cooling, labeling, and wrapping products while helping to stock dry goods and maintain cleanliness. This job requires integrating customer service skills by engaging with customers, answering questions, and employing suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales potential. The role also involves adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards, including FDA approval, and maintaining compliance with company policies at all times. Candidates are expected to exhibit teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude to succeed in a fast-paced retail environment.

Additional responsibilities include developing new recipes and production techniques to ensure seasonal variety and productivity, training fellow production personnel to uphold high-quality standards, and assisting in production planning and forecasting for special events and holidays. Attention to detail is essential, especially when using the Datapax system to maintain production modules. Candidates must be punctual, groomed professionally, able to work scheduled shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, and participate in training and meetings.

This opportunity offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $16.00 to $25.40, depending on experience. Whole Foods Market extends a comprehensive benefits package called "Whole Benefits," available to full and part-time team members which includes store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness support programs, financial wellness resources, and other perks. The company is staunchly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring fair employment practices and equal opportunity without discrimination. Additionally, new employees who successfully complete the initial 90-day period may qualify for a base pay increase. Overall, the role promises a rewarding career for those who want to influence healthier, sustainable food consumption while advancing their skills in an innovative retail environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing or walking 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • able to bend, twist, squat and reach
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and 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

  • Knowledge of artisan breads and pastries, including cake decorating
  • basic computer skills
  • strong to excellent communication skills
  • 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
  • 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

Job Duties

  • Produces quality breads and pastries
  • produces doughs, mixes, cakes, cookies, breakfast pastries, pies, and bars
  • performs baking, cooling, wrapping, and labeling of products
  • stocks dry products
  • develops new recipes and production techniques to ensure seasonal variance and high productivity
  • trains production personnel to the highest standards in industry
  • performs production planning and forecasting for special events and holidays
  • maintains all production modules in the Datapax system
  • 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
  • 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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