
Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health support programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet through high-quality natural and organic products. Committed to making a difference within the community and beyond, Whole Foods Market engages in initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved communities, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and continuing to revolutionize the grocery industry. The company fosters a work culture that values personal growth and meaningful change, encouraging employees to contribute positively to both the local and global environment. The employment type for this role is hourly, with a wage range of $17.00 to $25.40 per hour, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market ensures fair and equal employment opportunities for all, supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
The role being offered is a member position on the Prepared Foods team, where the employee will provide essential support including food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of products. Team Members are expected to maintain a positive company image through courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and colleagues. This position requires adherence to Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures and an ability to perform duties from various team member job descriptions as needed. Team Leaders spend significant time engaging with customers and supporting other Team Members, fostering a collaborative environment. The role is dynamic and customer-focused, involving tasks from food preparation to ensuring health and safety compliance. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits" to eligible team members, encompassing store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness, health and wellness programs, and other perks. New team members who complete their initial 90 days successfully may be eligible for a base pay increase, highlighting the company’s commitment to rewarding dedication and performance. This position requires flexibility, a passion for natural foods, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.
The role being offered is a member position on the Prepared Foods team, where the employee will provide essential support including food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of products. Team Members are expected to maintain a positive company image through courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and colleagues. This position requires adherence to Whole Foods Market’s Standard Operating Procedures and an ability to perform duties from various team member job descriptions as needed. Team Leaders spend significant time engaging with customers and supporting other Team Members, fostering a collaborative environment. The role is dynamic and customer-focused, involving tasks from food preparation to ensuring health and safety compliance. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits" to eligible team members, encompassing store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness, health and wellness programs, and other perks. New team members who complete their initial 90 days successfully may be eligible for a base pay increase, highlighting the company’s commitment to rewarding dedication and performance. This position requires flexibility, a passion for natural foods, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Standing and walking for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- Hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Ability to bend, twist, squat and reach
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Exposure to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and above 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
- No prior retail experience required
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Willingness to work as part of a team
- Ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
- Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards
- Ability to follow directions and procedures
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market’s mission
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- 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 timely and effectively
- Models suggestive selling techniques
- Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
- Maximizes sales potential through effective prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
- Follows and complies with established procedures including health and sanitation and safe work practices
- Maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
- Maintains equipment according to 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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