Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.50 - $30.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods. Founded in 1980, it has established itself as a leader in the grocery industry by emphasizing high-quality, ethically sourced products that promote the health and well-being of its customers and the planet. With over 500 stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Whole Foods Market is much more than just a grocery store; it is an advocate for sustainable agriculture, responsible fishing, and highest standards for animal welfare. The company’s mission goes beyond business profits; it aims to nourish people and the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- Ability to perform single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
- Capability for bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Ability to work in temperatures below freezing, refrigerated and hot environments
- Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Proficiency in using tools and equipment like knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and heavy machinery
- May require ladder use
Job Qualifications
- 14+ months retail experience
- Thorough product, production, and equipment knowledge for bakery items especially scratch bread
- Ability to follow production schedules and recipes
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot bread production issues
- Basic math skills for recipe conversions
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Passion for natural foods and company mission
- Ability to meet customer service expectations
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Basic Microsoft Excel skills
Job Duties
- Mixes, divides, shapes, proofs, and bakes bread and other bakery products to approved Whole Foods Market specifications
- Maintains accurate mix times, temperature logs, and production records
- Develops, adjusts and communicates daily production schedules with other bakers and team
- Ensures consistency of daily production in terms of quantity and quality of finished products
- Routinely assesses production outcomes to ensure Enterprise scratch bread program quality is maintained
- Prepares, packages, weighs, and prices products for sale
- Monitors product quality and freshness and ensures proper product rotation
- Models and delivers outstanding customer service
- Mentors, coaches, and trains other bakers on proper bread and bakery program execution
- Arrives on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
- Works scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
- Addresses customer needs effectively and models suggestive selling techniques
- Maximizes sales potential through proper prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising
- Follows 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, ensuring accuracy of signs and pricing
- Reports safety hazards and violations immediately
- Utilizes proper production tools and reporting to maximize sales and reduce shrink
- Supports training and onboarding of bakers within home store and other locations
- Performs other duties as assigned by leadership
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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