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New Store - Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time - Sal...

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support programs
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a nationally recognized leader in natural and organic foods retailing, with a mission driven by the purpose to nourish people and the planet. As a division of Amazon, the company operates over 500 stores across North America and the United Kingdom, offering premium-quality organic groceries alongside environmentally friendly products. Committed not only to selling food but also to creating meaningful community impact, Whole Foods Market supports projects such as funding school gardens, improving access to healthy food in underserved neighborhoods, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. This commitment reflects the company's core values, which emphasize social responsibility, sustainability, and employee growth. Working at Whole Foods Market means being part of a community that goes beyond traditional grocery retail; it is about setting industry standards, fostering personal development, and initiating positive change throughout local and global communities.

The role of a Prepared Foods Team Member at Whole Foods Market is essential to the customer experience and overall store success. This position involves supporting the Prepared Foods team by delivering excellent service through food preparation, counter service, sanitation practices, and stock management. A team member in this role must ensure that all operations follow the established Standard Operating Procedures to maintain high-quality standards and safety regulations. The role requires a strong work ethic and adaptability to assist in diverse tasks ranging from food cutting and preparation to checking product freshness and stock rotation. Prepared Foods Team Members are also expected to engage warmly with customers and fellow team members, ensuring the positive reputation of Whole Foods Market. This position offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $16.00 to $25.40, based on experience, and provides access to robust benefits under the "Whole Benefits" program, available to both full-time and part-time employees. These benefits include paid time off, store discounts, health and wellness programs, financial support, and other perks aimed at supporting employees' wellbeing and professional growth. Overall, the Prepared Foods Team Member role represents a frontline opportunity to contribute directly to Whole Foods Market’s mission, welcoming any individuals who have a passion for natural foods, enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, and desire to help make a difference in their community.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for 6-8 hours during an 8-hour workday
  • Hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Capability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to sell proactively
  • Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in the department
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully to 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 and compliance with Whole Foods Market quality goals

Job Duties

  • Cut, prepare, and serve a variety of hot and cold foods including meats, cheeses, sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salad, and pizza
  • Sample products to customers
  • Stock hot and cold cases and displays with prepared foods from the kitchen, walk-in preparation, and refrigerators
  • Check in-stock product dates to ensure freshness and rotate when necessary
  • Bail and consolidate recyclables
  • Assist Team Leader in organizing and displaying volume and seasonal items
  • Complete spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required
  • Assist with periodic inventory checks
  • Arrive to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • Work all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetings
  • Provide excellent customer service, address customer needs promptly and effectively, and model suggestive selling techniques
  • Answer phones and pages courteously
  • Maximize sales potential through proper preparation, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising
  • Follow and comply with Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
  • Maintain clean and sanitary work and shopping environment
  • Maintain equipment according to cleanliness and safety standards
  • Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • Ensure accuracy of signs and pricing
  • Immediately report safety hazards and violations

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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