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New Store - Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time - Los Gatos, CA - Spring 2026
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.50 - $30.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain committed to nourishing people and the planet through exceptional food quality and innovative community initiatives. Founded on a vision to provide access to fresh, healthy, and natural foods, Whole Foods Market has grown into a leader in the natural and organic foods industry. The company is deeply invested in improving how people eat, supporting local and global sustainability efforts, funding educational programs like school gardens, and addressing food insecurity in underserved areas. Working at Whole Foods Market means being part of a community of world-changers who strive to set the highest... Show More
Job Requirements
- 6-12 months retail experience
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- exposure to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
Job Qualifications
- good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques
- 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
- 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
- prepares food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets
- prepares food items according to recipe to ensure quality and consistency
- ensures that all prepared items are labeled, dated, covered, monitored for quality and freshness, and rotated
- monitors food levels and replenishes in a timely manner
- 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)
Job Location
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