Prepared Foods Dishwasher - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $22.00 - $29.73
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health support programs
Wellness Support
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a premier grocery store chain renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality natural and organic products while promoting environmental sustainability and social responsibility. Founded with a mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market sets the standard for excellence in the grocery industry by supporting local communities, funding educational grants, and advocating for healthy and accessible food options. The company fosters a culture where Team Members are not just employees but active contributors to positive change both locally and globally. Whole Foods Market embraces diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and prioritizing employee growth and welfare.

The dishwashing position at Whole Foods Market is essential to maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for food preparation and handling. This role involves washing, rinsing, and sanitizing various kitchen tools and surfaces, supporting kitchen deliveries, managing product storage and rotation, and upholding hygiene standards in compliance with health regulations. Critical to the success of this role is a passion for cleanliness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team setting while demonstrating a strong work ethic. The position offers an hourly wage range of $22.00 to $29.73, dependent on experience, alongside eligibility for Whole Benefits that include discounts, health and wellness programs, paid time off, and other perks for full and part-time Team Members.

Working as a dishwasher at Whole Foods Market goes beyond routine duties—it is about embracing the company's core values and contributing to a broader mission that impacts communities and promotes sustainable living. In this role, new Team Members are welcomed regardless of prior retail experience and are supported with required trainings and opportunities for professional development. The dishwasher ensures the kitchen remains a clean and safe environment by following established protocols, helping with inventory management, and assisting in tasks that enhance customer service and store efficiency. Whole Foods Market encourages a dynamic work environment where individuals who demonstrate commitment and proficiency have the opportunity for advancement, contingent on business needs and qualification standards.

To succeed in this role, candidates must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and able to endure long periods of standing and walking during an 8-hour shift. The job demands the ability to perform various motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching, along with handling FDA-approved cleaning chemicals safely. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required. Team Members should feel inspired by the mission of Whole Foods Market and motivated to contribute to a company that values sustainability, community involvement, and personal growth. The collaborative culture and comprehensive benefits make Whole Foods Market an excellent place for individuals seeking a meaningful and rewarding career in retail and food service.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures of 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

  • No prior retail experience required
  • effective time management skills
  • strong to excellent communication skills
  • passion for cleanliness
  • ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
  • ability to meet customer service expectations
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • passion for natural foods and company mission
  • strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • understanding of quality goals

Job Duties

  • Washes, rinses, and sanitizes dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and small wares
  • maintains cleanliness of floors, mats, drains, walls, and shelves in the kitchen area
  • assists with kitchen deliveries including proper storage, organization, and rotation of products
  • 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
  • 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 leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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