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Whole Foods Market

Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.50 - $30.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
Employee wellness programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading retailer committed to nourishing people and the planet through its emphasis on quality natural and organic foods, community involvement, and sustainable business practices. Established as a pioneer in the natural and organic grocery sector, Whole Foods Market has revolutionized the way consumers access and experience fresh, healthy food. Beyond being just a grocery store, it is a community partner and a force for positive change, promoting food education, supporting local farmers, and addressing food insecurity through efforts such as funding school garden grants and improving access to nutritious food in underserved areas. Whole Foods... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 6-12 months retail experience
  • 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 motions including 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
  • 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 follow a recipe
  • good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques
  • good basic math skills
  • 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 WFM quality goals

Job Duties

  • Prepares food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets
  • prepares food items according to recipe to ensure quality and consistency
  • ensures that all prepared items are labeled, dated, covered, monitored for quality and freshness, and rotated
  • monitors food levels and replenishes in a timely manner
  • arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
  • provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
  • maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
  • follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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