Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.00 - $17.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health support programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain known for its commitment to high-quality natural and organic foods. Established as a leader in the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market combines sustainable business practices with a mission to nourish both people and the planet. With a strong focus on community impact and environmental responsibility, the company supports initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved communities, and working to alleviate poverty in developing countries. The company prides itself on not just being a grocery store but a force for positive change, revolutionizing the grocery industry by setting standards of excellence in product quality, customer service, and ethical sourcing.

This job opportunity is for a position within the Produce Department at Whole Foods Market, focused primarily on processing, preparing, and merchandising fresh fruits and vegetables. The role involves maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety while delivering exceptional service to customers and fellow team members. Whole Foods Market values personal growth, teamwork, and a passion for natural foods. Employees are expected to embody the company’s core values, contribute to store and national initiatives, and comply with all health, safety, and food safety regulations.

The role requires hands-on work such as cutting produce following strict safety and sanitation guidelines, maintaining department cleanliness, and supporting the store’s sampling program. Employees will play an integral part in ensuring the availability of quality produce, maximizing sales through proper preparation, storage, rotation, and merchandising, and providing outstanding customer service with a sense of urgency and professionalism. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, readiness to work a fast-paced retail environment, and effective communication skills to interact with customers, vendors, and team members. Team members must also be prepared to perform opening, mid-shift, and closing duties as assigned, including maintaining pricing accuracy and safety standards.

This is an hourly position with a wage range of $16.00 to $25.40, dependent on experience. Whole Foods Market offers comprehensive benefits known as "Whole Benefits," which include eligibility for store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and other perks for both full-time and part-time team members. The company maintains a fair and inclusive hiring process, embracing diversity and equal opportunities for all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, or any legally protected status. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about natural and organic foods who want to contribute to a meaningful cause while advancing their careers in the grocery and retail industry.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand or walk 6-8 hours during an 8-hour shift
  • Hand use involving single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Ability to perform motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Exposure to temperatures below freezing, refrigerator temperatures, and temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Ability to work a 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

  • Strong communication skills
  • 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 effectively
  • Time management and organization skills
  • Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market mission
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency
  • Understanding and compliance with Whole Foods Market quality goals
  • Thorough product knowledge
  • Capable of accessing information about market conditions and communicating it to customers
  • Understanding of spoilage and supply waste and how it affects department profits
  • Working knowledge of merchandising expectations

Job Duties

  • Cuts fruits and vegetables following all safety and sanitation rules
  • Ensures product meets Whole Foods Market guidelines for quality and preparation
  • Maintains sampling program
  • Cleans department continuously and maintains sweep logs
  • Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • Works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
  • Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
  • Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
  • 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
  • Maintains equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards
  • Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • Ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
  • 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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