Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Health and wellness support programs
flexible schedule
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a pioneering grocery store and a leader in the natural and organic foods industry. Dedicated to nourishing people and the planet, Whole Foods Market is not just a retail grocery store but a company deeply invested in creating meaningful change both locally and globally. The company’s mission extends beyond selling products to improving eating habits, supporting sustainable agricultural practices, funding educational grants for school gardens, increasing access to fresh and nutritious food in underserved communities known as food deserts, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. This comprehensive commitment to social and environmental responsibility positions Whole Foods Market as a standard-bearer within the grocery industry, continuously revolutionizing how a grocery business operates with a strong sense of purpose and community engagement.
Whole Foods Market offers a work environment that values personal growth and empowerment. The company fosters a culture where employees, referred to as Team Members, are encouraged to contribute positively, not only aiming to exceed customer expectations but also to participate in the company’s broader goals and values. This dedication to excellence and ethical business practices ensures that employees feel connected to the mission of the company and the impact their work has beyond the store walls.
The role available at Whole Foods Market as a Meat Team Member is integral to the smooth functioning of the meat department, focusing on customer service, stocking, rotation, sanitation, and maintaining product quality. This position is designed to support the department’s operations by ensuring the meat displays are fresh and visually appealing, maintaining clean and organized workspaces, and providing attentive and efficient service to customers. As a Meat Team Member, individuals will be responsible for checking product quality, stocking shelves, rotating items to ensure freshness, maintaining cleanliness standards in accordance with food safety regulations, and assisting with sampling programs to engage customers.
The position requires a proactive approach to selling and familiarity with the various products carried in the department. Team Members are expected to adhere strictly to Whole Foods Market’s standard operating procedures, health and safety regulations, and company policies. Emphasizing communication skills and teamwork, the role involves answering customer inquiries, assisting with inventory checks, and demonstrating a passion for natural foods and the company’s mission. While prior retail experience is not required, the role demands a strong work ethic, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The hourly wage range for this position is $18.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers the 'Whole Benefits' program, providing a comprehensive suite of benefits for full and part-time employees, including health and wellness support, financial wellness, paid time off, store discounts, and additional perks. New Team Members may also be eligible for a base rate increase after successfully completing their first 90 days of employment.
Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a diverse and inclusive team committed to ethical employment practices and equal opportunity. The company actively promotes career growth and development while maintaining a positive and safe working environment. This role serves as a meaningful opportunity to be part of a company that values quality, sustainability, community impact, and employee well-being, ultimately contributing to the greater mission of nourishing both people and the planet.
Whole Foods Market offers a work environment that values personal growth and empowerment. The company fosters a culture where employees, referred to as Team Members, are encouraged to contribute positively, not only aiming to exceed customer expectations but also to participate in the company’s broader goals and values. This dedication to excellence and ethical business practices ensures that employees feel connected to the mission of the company and the impact their work has beyond the store walls.
The role available at Whole Foods Market as a Meat Team Member is integral to the smooth functioning of the meat department, focusing on customer service, stocking, rotation, sanitation, and maintaining product quality. This position is designed to support the department’s operations by ensuring the meat displays are fresh and visually appealing, maintaining clean and organized workspaces, and providing attentive and efficient service to customers. As a Meat Team Member, individuals will be responsible for checking product quality, stocking shelves, rotating items to ensure freshness, maintaining cleanliness standards in accordance with food safety regulations, and assisting with sampling programs to engage customers.
The position requires a proactive approach to selling and familiarity with the various products carried in the department. Team Members are expected to adhere strictly to Whole Foods Market’s standard operating procedures, health and safety regulations, and company policies. Emphasizing communication skills and teamwork, the role involves answering customer inquiries, assisting with inventory checks, and demonstrating a passion for natural foods and the company’s mission. While prior retail experience is not required, the role demands a strong work ethic, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The hourly wage range for this position is $18.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers the 'Whole Benefits' program, providing a comprehensive suite of benefits for full and part-time employees, including health and wellness support, financial wellness, paid time off, store discounts, and additional perks. New Team Members may also be eligible for a base rate increase after successfully completing their first 90 days of employment.
Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a diverse and inclusive team committed to ethical employment practices and equal opportunity. The company actively promotes career growth and development while maintaining a positive and safe working environment. This role serves as a meaningful opportunity to be part of a company that values quality, sustainability, community impact, and employee well-being, ultimately contributing to the greater mission of nourishing both people and the planet.
Job Requirements
- No prior retail experience required
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and walk 6-8 hours during an 8-hour workday
- Hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Ability to perform bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching motions
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Ability to work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Ability to work in a wet and cold environment
- Ability to handle knives and other cutting equipment safely
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
Job Qualifications
- Ability to sell proactively
- Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department
- Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness
- Proactively reads labels and familiarizes oneself on various products
- Assists with periodic inventory checks
- 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
- 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 WFM quality goals
Job Duties
- Ensures a fresh and appealing display by checking quality, keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked, rotating and removing out-of-date products, filling ice tables, and performing other duties as assigned
- Maintains back stock in good order
- Assists with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean and appealing
- Cleans cases, glass, signs, uprights, coolers, smokers, floors, and drains as required
- 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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