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Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
employee discount
wellness programs
Career Development
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a nationally recognized leader in the natural and organic grocery industry, widely known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community well-being. Established as a pioneer in providing fresh, healthy food options, Whole Foods Market goes beyond being a conventional grocery store. The company is dedicated to nourishing both people and the planet by promoting sustainable farming, supporting local suppliers, contributing to food education programs like school garden grants, and working to increase access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, known as food deserts. With an emphasis on environmental stewardship and social responsibility, Whole Foods Market actively participates in addressing global issues such as poverty alleviation in developing countries while fostering a culture of inclusivity and growth within its team members. This holistic approach defines the company as not just a retailer but a community partner and a catalyst for positive change globally and locally.

The role offered is part of the Prepared Foods team within Whole Foods Market, focusing on providing exceptional customer service while supporting key operational tasks such as food preparation, sanitation, and product stocking. This entry-level position plays a crucial role in maintaining the high standards for which Whole Foods Market is known, requiring team members to engage directly with customers by preparing and serving a variety of hot and cold food items, including meats, cheeses, salads, sandwiches, wraps, burritos, and pizzas. Employees are expected to manage inventory freshness through diligent stock rotation and date checks while adhering to health, sanitation, and safety regulations. Team members in this role will also contribute to maintaining a clean and safe store environment by managing recycling efforts, cleaning kitchen equipment, and performing opening and closing duties. This position fosters a dynamic, fast-paced work atmosphere that values teamwork, effective communication, and a passion for natural foods.

Whole Foods Market provides new team members with comprehensive initial training and offers ongoing opportunities for advancement based on performance and business needs. The wage range for this position is $17.00 to $25.40 per hour, and eligible team members can access Whole Benefits, a holistic benefits program offering paid time off, health and wellness support, financial wellness resources, and discounts. The work schedule requires flexibility, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the store’s commitment to customer service excellence throughout its operating hours. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to grow within a values-driven company while contributing to the health and wellness of their community through meaningful work.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to work flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays
  • Standing walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • Hand use single grasping fine manipulation pushing and pulling
  • Ability to perform motions including bending twisting squatting and reaching
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Exposure to temperatures less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Ability to use tools and equipment including knives box cutters electric pallet jacks and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail
  • 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

  • Cuts prepares and serves a variety of hot and cold foods including meats cheeses sandwiches burritos wraps salad and pizza
  • Samples products to customers
  • Stocks hot and cold cases and displays with prepared foods from kitchen walk-in preparation and refrigerators
  • Checks in-stock product dates to ensure freshness and rotates when necessary
  • Bails and consolidates recyclables
  • Assists team leader in organizing and displaying volume and seasonal items
  • Completes spoilage sampling temperature and sweep worksheets as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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