Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery retailer renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality, natural, and organic food products. As a company, Whole Foods Market focuses not only on delivering exceptional products to customers but also on nurturing personal growth and creating meaningful changes that resonate across communities and the planet. The company’s purpose centers around nourishing both people and the environment, illustrating a strong dedication to sustainability, health, and social responsibility. Whole Foods Market supports initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food in food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and many other impactful projects that align with their mission to revolutionize the grocery industry while setting high standards of excellence.

As an integral part of the Whole Foods Market team, employees contribute to a world-changing mission. The company values courteous, friendly, and efficient service to ensure a positive image is maintained at all times. The organization fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where every team member is expected to uphold the core values and goals of the company while adhering to health and safety regulations, including food safety standards. Whole Foods Market is not just about retail – it is about making a difference locally and globally, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth while contributing to a larger cause.

This particular role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and sanitation within the kitchen area by performing dishwashing duties and ensuring the environment meets Whole Foods Market’s rigorous standards. The position emphasizes efficiency and teamwork, requiring the team member to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and small wares. Maintaining the cleanliness of floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves within the kitchen area is also a key responsibility. The role involves assisting with kitchen deliveries, including the proper storage, organization, and rotation of products to maximize sales potential and comply with health and sanitation regulations.

Punctuality, appropriate grooming, and readiness to work are essential attributes for this role, as is the ability to perform scheduled shifts while attending required trainings and meetings. The team member is expected to deliver excellent customer service by addressing customer needs promptly and courteously, which includes answering phones and paging when necessary. The job requires compliance with all established procedures such as Weights and Measures, health and sanitation guidelines, and safe work practices. The role also encompasses performing opening, mid, and closing duties, ensuring pricing accuracy, and promptly reporting safety hazards.

The position requires a passion for cleanliness, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to deliver information respectfully and effectively to team members, customers, and vendors alike. While no prior retail experience is necessary, the individual must possess a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or walk for 6-8 hours per day, and handle tools and equipment safely. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying temperature conditions is part of the work environment, alongside the need for flexibility in scheduling, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Whole Foods Market offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.00 to $25.40 based on experience. The company provides comprehensive benefits under its Whole Benefits program, including store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness support, and financial wellness programs. Full and part-time employees are eligible for these benefits according to specific terms determined by their work location, job type, and length of service. New team members who complete their first 90 days successfully may also receive a base rate increase, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee development and fair compensation.

Whole Foods Market champions fair and equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any legally protected status. Employees are hired and promoted based solely on qualifications and business needs, ensuring a respectful and inclusive workplace environment. This role at Whole Foods Market offers a unique opportunity to be part of a company that values high standards, personal growth, community impact, and environmental stewardship all while fostering a supportive and engaging workplace.