Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.50 - $30.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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 leading American supermarket chain known for its commitment to natural and organic foods. Established with a mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market is more than just a grocery store - it is a community-driven company focused on improving health, sustainability, and social responsibility. The company supports numerous initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, increasing accessibility to fresh and healthy food in food deserts, and working to alleviate poverty in developing countries. Whole Foods Market prides itself on its culture of personal growth, meaningful change, and a positive impact that extends beyond its stores to benefit local communities and the environment.

The role available at Whole Foods Market entails performing all functions related to food preparation and maintenance focused on the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. The position is essential in ensuring food quality, safety, and appealing presentation to uphold the brand's high standards. As part of the team, the individual will be responsible for preparing food items according to production sheets and recipes, maintaining freshness through proper labeling and rotation, and ensuring that food is replenished and presented promptly. The role also demands adherence to company and store Standard Operating Procedures, including sanitation, health, and safety regulations.

Whole Foods Market views this position as vital in maintaining a welcoming and efficient shopping environment. Employees are expected to provide excellent customer service, communicate effectively with both customers and team members, and contribute to maximizing sales potential through proper product handling and merchandising. This opportunity offers competitive hourly wages ranging between $17.50 and $30.20, commensurate with experience, along with access to comprehensive benefits known as Whole Benefits. These benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, store discounts, paid time off, and various other programs that support team member wellbeing and growth.

Working at Whole Foods Market requires a passion for natural foods and alignment with the core mission to revolutionize the grocery industry with world-changing values. The company encourages fair and equal employment opportunities, supporting diversity in race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and other legally protected characteristics. Prospective team members can expect a fast-paced work environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and dedication to quality.

This role also demands physical capability including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work long periods standing or walking, and operate various tools and machinery safely. Flexibility in scheduling, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is necessary to meet store needs. Whole Foods Market encourages candidates with proven experience in retail and food preparation to apply via their official careers website to ensure accurate and up-to-date application processing.

Job Requirements

  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing and walking 6-8 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 up to 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

  • 6-12 months retail experience
  • 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
  • willingness to work as part of a team
  • ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
  • ability to meet customer service expectations and standards
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • effective time management and organization skills
  • passion for natural foods
  • strong work ethic
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency
  • understanding of and compliance with whole foods market 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 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
  • performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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