Prep Cook

San Francisco, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $21.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

retirement plan benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery store chain dedicated to providing fresh, natural, and organic products to communities across the United States and beyond. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and nourishing the planet, Whole Foods Market strives to not just be a grocery store but a positive force for change in the food industry. The company supports various initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to healthy foods for underserved populations, and alleviating poverty in developing nations. This commitment to ethical sourcing and community involvement makes Whole Foods Market a unique place to work—where... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds
standing or walking for 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour work day
hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), above 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

Job Qualifications

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 organizational 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 and addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner
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

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