New Store - Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time - Elk Grove, California - Opening Late Summer 2026

Whole Foods Market is a leading supermarket chain known for its commitment to high-quality natural and organic products. As a pioneer in the natural foods industry, Whole Foods Market operates a variety of stores across numerous regions, delivering fresh, sustainably sourced food items and fostering a culture dedicated to health, wellness, and environmental stewardship. The company emphasizes not only providing superior products to its customers but also creating an inclusive, supportive work environment for its team members. Whole Foods Market is dedicated to upholding its core values which include quality standards, community engagement, and a passion for natural foods.

The role available at Whole Foods Market is a Dishwasher position within the retail store environment. This entry-level role is essential for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and food preparation areas, which directly supports the store’s mission of providing safe and fresh food products to customers. The Dishwasher will be responsible for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and small kitchen wares effectively to ensure a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Team Members in this position also contribute to maintaining cleanliness across the kitchen area including floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves. They assist with kitchen deliveries by properly storing, organizing, and rotating products to adhere to safety and health guidelines. The role requires adherence to company policies, store standards, and health and safety regulations to ensure a safe workplace and shopping environment.

Whole Foods Market emphasizes excellent customer service skills, which means Dishwashers will actively participate in providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service not only to customers but also to fellow Team Members. This includes timely communication, assisting with store operations such as answering phones, paging, and participating in store initiatives to maximize productivity and sales. The Dishwasher position requires arrival to workstations on time, proper grooming, and readiness to work all scheduled shifts, as well as participation in required training sessions and team meetings to foster professional growth and integration within the store’s team.

This full-time position offers a wage range of $18.00 to $25.40 hourly, commensurate with experience, reflecting Whole Foods Market’s commitment to competitive and fair compensation. Additional benefits available through Whole Benefits include paid time off, store discounts, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other perks tailored to both full and part-time employees. The role demands physical stamina as it involves standing and walking for 6 to 8 hours per shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to a varied work environment that includes wet and dry conditions as well as FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.

The Dishwasher position is ideal for individuals passionate about cleanliness, food safety, and natural foods, with strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced retail environment. No prior retail experience is required, making this a great opportunity for newcomers eager to join a forward-thinking company with a positive work culture promoting growth and teamwork.

Whole Foods Market fosters an equal employment opportunity workplace, valuing diversity and inclusion without discrimination. Candidates are encouraged to apply directly through the company’s official channels to ensure their application is handled securely and confidentially. This role offers scope for future advancement within the company based on performance and business needs, supporting career development for motivated Team Members.