
Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.50 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned natural and organic foods supermarket chain committed to nourishing people and the planet. Founded with a mission to improve how people eat, Whole Foods Market extends its impact beyond just a grocery store by funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved communities, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. This company fosters a culture of personal growth, meaningful change, and community engagement, aiming to revolutionize the grocery industry by setting standards of excellence and sustainability. Employees at Whole Foods Market are part of a global movement toward promoting health, wellness, and environmental stewardship, making it a company that truly values its role as a world-changer.
The role available is within the Prepared Foods team, focusing on food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and product stocking. In this hourly position, paying between $17.50 to $25.40 depending on experience, team members are essential in ensuring a positive customer experience through friendly, courteous, and efficient service. Responsibilities include cutting, preparing, and serving a variety of hot and cold foods like meats, cheeses, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. Employees will also be responsible for product sampling, managing inventory freshness, stocking displays, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
This position requires individuals who are eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and communication are paramount. The role also involves adhering to health regulations and standard operating procedures to ensure a safe and pleasant shopping and working atmosphere. Whole Foods Market values team members who can proactively sell, maintain quality, and support the company’s core values and programs.
The role offers opportunities for professional development and advancement. New team members who successfully complete their first 90 days of employment are eligible for a base rate increase. Whole Foods Market provides comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial support resources, and team member discounts, applicable to both full-time and part-time staff, with eligibility determined by various factors including length of service and job type.
Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that respects diversity in all its forms and where all employees receive fair and equitable treatment. Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a community that cares deeply about sustainability, social responsibility, and delivering quality natural foods to customers worldwide.
The role available is within the Prepared Foods team, focusing on food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and product stocking. In this hourly position, paying between $17.50 to $25.40 depending on experience, team members are essential in ensuring a positive customer experience through friendly, courteous, and efficient service. Responsibilities include cutting, preparing, and serving a variety of hot and cold foods like meats, cheeses, sandwiches, salads, and pizzas. Employees will also be responsible for product sampling, managing inventory freshness, stocking displays, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.
This position requires individuals who are eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and communication are paramount. The role also involves adhering to health regulations and standard operating procedures to ensure a safe and pleasant shopping and working atmosphere. Whole Foods Market values team members who can proactively sell, maintain quality, and support the company’s core values and programs.
The role offers opportunities for professional development and advancement. New team members who successfully complete their first 90 days of employment are eligible for a base rate increase. Whole Foods Market provides comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial support resources, and team member discounts, applicable to both full-time and part-time staff, with eligibility determined by various factors including length of service and job type.
Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that respects diversity in all its forms and where all employees receive fair and equitable treatment. Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a community that cares deeply about sustainability, social responsibility, and delivering quality natural foods to customers worldwide.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or 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 up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- may require use of ladders
Job Qualifications
- Ability to sell proactively
- ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department
- 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
- assists with periodic inventory checks
- 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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