Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $17.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
retirement plan benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain known globally for its commitment to providing high-quality natural and organic foods. With a strong purpose to nourish people and the planet, the company goes beyond just selling groceries, actively contributing to improving how people eat, supporting school gardens through grants, enhancing access to healthy food in underserved areas, and alleviating poverty in developing nations. Their dedication to sustainability and community involvement sets them apart as a leader not only in the grocery industry but also in social and environmental responsibility. Whole Foods Market emphasizes personal growth, meaningful change, and creating a positive impact on communities and the world at large. This organizational philosophy fosters a workplace culture where employees feel connected to a broader mission and motivated to contribute their best efforts towards making a difference.

The role offered is a Retail Team Member position at Whole Foods Market, an entry-level job that encompasses various functions such as preparation, counter service, sanitation, and product stocking. The responsibility to maintain an excellent company image through courteous and effective service to both customers and fellow Team Members is paramount. This position operates in alignment with Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures and core values to support excellence in customer experience and product quality. Employees are expected to perform a variety of duties related to prepared foods venues, including assisting with production, correctly labeling and rotating products, ensuring quality standards, documenting waste, and maintaining cleanliness and order in storage areas. The role involves communicating with customers about product differentiation, offering suggestive selling, and promptly handling customer inquiries. Whole Foods Market values teamwork and efficient communication across departments and expects Team Members to demonstrate strong work ethic, passion for natural foods, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position requires adherence to health and safety regulations and may involve physical tasks such as lifting items up to 50 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods. The wage range for this position is $17.00 to $25.40 per hour, commensurate with experience, and comes with a benefits package called Whole Benefits which may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. New employees who successfully complete a 90-day period may be eligible for a base rate increase. Whole Foods Market is committed to providing an equitable work environment inclusive of diverse backgrounds and protects against discrimination. This opportunity represents a chance to join a company that is not only revolutionizing the grocery industry but also making a tangible difference in communities worldwide.

Job Requirements

  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
  • exposure to fda approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • effective time management and organization skills

Job Qualifications

  • no prior retail experience required
  • thorough product knowledge
  • ability to make an adequate number of recipes per shift based on batch size
  • capable of accessing information about market conditions and communicating it to customers
  • understands spoilage and supply waste and how it affects department profits
  • working knowledge and application of all merchandising expectations within the department
  • 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 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 whole foods market quality goals

Job Duties

  • assists with production for all prepared foods venues
  • ensures all prepared foods are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated
  • ensures product meets whole foods market guidelines for quality and preparation
  • documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms
  • ensures product production is performed using correct measuring devices and all recipes are followed
  • helps customers understand the difference between whole foods market products and products at conventional stores
  • ensures that walk-ins and freezers are kept clean and well-organized
  • 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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