Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support programs
Training and Development
employee perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading specialty grocery retailer committed to nourishing people and the planet. More than just a grocery store, Whole Foods Market focuses on fostering personal growth and creating meaningful change through its comprehensive approach to healthy living and environmental responsibility. The company actively engages in community initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved food deserts, and assisting in alleviating poverty in developing countries. This global vision is deeply embedded in the company culture, making Whole Foods Market a place where every employee has the opportunity to contribute to a positive impact locally and worldwide.
As a renowned natural and organic foods supermarket, Whole Foods Market sets the standard for excellence and innovation in the grocery industry. The company operates with a purpose-driven ethos that goes beyond retail operations, emphasizing sustainability, quality, and community engagement. Employees are encouraged to align with these values and participate in store programs, initiatives, and sustainability efforts designed to improve health outcomes and promote equitable food distribution.
The role offered is within the Prepared Foods team, a dynamic and customer-facing department responsible for preparing, stocking, and serving a wide variety of delicious hot and cold foods such as meats, cheeses, sandwiches, and pizzas. This position is essential to maintaining the high-quality experience Whole Foods Market is known for, requiring employees to adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while providing courteous and efficient service. Team Members play an integral part in ensuring the freshness of products through diligent stock rotation, spoilage checks, and maintaining sanitation standards.
Working in this role offers an exciting opportunity to engage directly with customers, contribute to the store's vibrant atmosphere, and support store initiatives that promote natural foods and sustainable practices. This position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for natural foods aligned with the company’s mission. Team Leaders in this department are expected to take an active role on the floor, engaging with customers and stepping in wherever needed to foster a collaborative environment.
Employment at Whole Foods Market is hourly, with the wage range for this role between $19.00 and $25.40, depending on experience. The company offers a comprehensive Whole Benefits package that provides both full-time and part-time employees access to healthcare, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and additional perks like employee discounts and wellness support. New employees who successfully complete their initial 90 days may be eligible for a pay increase, reflecting their commitment and contribution to the company.
Overall, joining Whole Foods Market as a member of the Prepared Foods team means becoming part of a respected brand that values personal and professional growth, community involvement, and environmental stewardship. This position is well-suited for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and seek to contribute meaningfully to the health and wellbeing of their customers and local communities. Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to hiring and promoting individuals based solely on qualifications and business needs, ensuring a diverse and inclusive work environment.
As a renowned natural and organic foods supermarket, Whole Foods Market sets the standard for excellence and innovation in the grocery industry. The company operates with a purpose-driven ethos that goes beyond retail operations, emphasizing sustainability, quality, and community engagement. Employees are encouraged to align with these values and participate in store programs, initiatives, and sustainability efforts designed to improve health outcomes and promote equitable food distribution.
The role offered is within the Prepared Foods team, a dynamic and customer-facing department responsible for preparing, stocking, and serving a wide variety of delicious hot and cold foods such as meats, cheeses, sandwiches, and pizzas. This position is essential to maintaining the high-quality experience Whole Foods Market is known for, requiring employees to adhere strictly to health and safety regulations while providing courteous and efficient service. Team Members play an integral part in ensuring the freshness of products through diligent stock rotation, spoilage checks, and maintaining sanitation standards.
Working in this role offers an exciting opportunity to engage directly with customers, contribute to the store's vibrant atmosphere, and support store initiatives that promote natural foods and sustainable practices. This position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for natural foods aligned with the company’s mission. Team Leaders in this department are expected to take an active role on the floor, engaging with customers and stepping in wherever needed to foster a collaborative environment.
Employment at Whole Foods Market is hourly, with the wage range for this role between $19.00 and $25.40, depending on experience. The company offers a comprehensive Whole Benefits package that provides both full-time and part-time employees access to healthcare, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and additional perks like employee discounts and wellness support. New employees who successfully complete their initial 90 days may be eligible for a pay increase, reflecting their commitment and contribution to the company.
Overall, joining Whole Foods Market as a member of the Prepared Foods team means becoming part of a respected brand that values personal and professional growth, community involvement, and environmental stewardship. This position is well-suited for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and seek to contribute meaningfully to the health and wellbeing of their customers and local communities. Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to hiring and promoting individuals based solely on qualifications and business needs, ensuring a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Job Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- standing and walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- 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 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
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- strong communication skills
- ability to work as part of a team
- customer service skills
- attention to detail
- basic knowledge of food preparation preferred
- passion for natural foods
- ability to follow directions and procedures
- effective time management and organizational skills
- willingness to learn and adapt
- strong work ethic
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
- 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
- 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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