Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $24.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
other benefit programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading American supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods. Established as a pioneer in the grocery industry, the company is dedicated to offering high-quality products that promote health and sustainability. Whole Foods Market operates with a strong commitment to nourishing people and the planet, making a positive impact beyond just providing groceries. They actively support initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy foods especially in underserved communities, alleviating poverty in developing regions, and supporting sustainable farming practices. As a company, Whole Foods Market prides itself on being... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand or walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- Ability to use hand for single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Ability to work in temperatures less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to safely use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- May require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- 1+ years of buying or merchandising experience
- Extensive product knowledge including production, distribution, seasonal availability, advances, and trends
- Ability to create and negotiate price bids
- Familiarity or willingness to learn about products, nutritional information, and other areas of study
- Working knowledge and application of all Prepared Foods merchandising expectations
- Complete understanding of Whole Foods Market margin program and profitability
- Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm
- Strong basic math skills
- Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ordering systems
- 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
- 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 Whole Foods Market quality goals
Job Duties
- Purchases and replenishes food for preparation through proper buying procedures
- Monitors and acts upon open purchase order reports for both purchases and credits in an accurate and timely manner
- Controls spoilage and shrink, achieves turn goals, participates in inventory
- Completes spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required
- Assists with counter service and cooks as scheduled or as necessary
- Communicates with Kitchen Manager, Chef, and Team Leader on ordering needs and issues
- Maintains positive working relationships with vendors
- Works with Team Leader or Assistant Team Leader(s) to cost recipes
- Oversees customer special order procedure
- Supports leadership in conducting inventories
- Maintains financial profitability by meeting and exceeding purchasing and sales targets
- 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 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
- Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
- Ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
- Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
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