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Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
flexible schedule

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store dedicated to promoting personal growth, community engagement, and meaningful change through the nourishment of both people and the planet. Founded with a mission to improve how people eat and live, it supports wide-ranging initiatives including funding grants for school gardens, increasing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and continuously setting high standards in the grocery industry. Operating as a world-changer, Whole Foods Market is committed to revolutionizing the grocery experience by fostering sustainability, quality, and community wellness. As part of this vibrant and mission-driven company, employees are not only engaged in their daily roles but also contribute actively to making a substantial difference locally and globally.

The Prepared Foods Team Member at Whole Foods Market plays a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and customer service are met. This entry-level position involves various responsibilities related to the preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of prepared food products across different venues within the store. Team Members in this role are expected to deliver courteous, friendly, and efficient service that enhances the store’s positive image among customers and fellow employees alike. Operating in accordance with established standard operating procedures, the role demands teamwork, flexibility, and an alignment with Whole Foods Market’s core values and strategic goals.

The job requires Team Members to actively participate on the sales floor, interact with customers to provide product knowledge and assistance, and support store initiatives aimed at maximizing sales potential and maintaining pristine food safety and sanitation conditions. Responsibilities include assisting with food production, accurate labeling, adhering to preparation guidelines, documenting waste, and maintaining clean storage facilities. Team Members must also perform opening, mid, and closing shift duties with accuracy and diligence, ensuring all signage and pricing is correct. The role demands a commitment to safety, reporting hazards immediately, and compliance with health regulations.

Whole Foods Market values employees who demonstrate strong communication skills, the ability to work efficiently as part of a team, effective time management, and a passion for natural foods and sustainability. Candidates do not need prior retail experience, making this role an accessible opportunity for individuals seeking to grow within a dynamic and socially responsible company. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in fast-paced environments that require various physical movements and the ability to use equipment safely. The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $15.00 to $24.40, dependent on experience, along with a comprehensive "Whole Benefits" package that includes health, wellness, and financial support programs, paid time off, store discounts, and other perks for both full and part-time Team Members.

Whole Foods Market is committed to equal employment opportunities, emphasizing qualifications and business needs in hiring and promotions without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. The company encourages applicants to apply through official channels to ensure accuracy and legitimacy. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about natural foods and community wellness who wish to embark on a fulfilling career path with room for personal and professional development.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • able to stand or walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • able to perform motions such as 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
  • able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • able 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
  • understanding of and compliance with WFM 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 conventional store products
  • 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, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
  • answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
  • 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
  • maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards
  • performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
  • ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
  • immediately reports safety hazards and violations

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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