Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a prominent health-focused grocery store chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. With a deep commitment to improving how people eat, the company actively supports community initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to underserved populations living within food deserts, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. Whole Foods Market is not just a grocery store; it is a movement aimed at setting standards of excellence and revolutionizing the grocery industry. By joining the Whole Foods team, employees become part of a global community of world-changers who are passionate about making a tangible difference within their local communities and beyond.
As a member of the Whole Foods Market team, the role of a Prepared Foods team member is crucial in delivering high-quality service and products to customers. This is an entry-level position with an hourly wage range of $16.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. It includes comprehensive benefits offered under the Whole Benefits program providing health support, financial wellness, paid time off, store discounts, and other perks for both full and part-time team members. The role focuses on preparing, stocking, sanitizing, and serving a variety of hot and cold prepared foods, including meats, cheeses, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and pizza. Team members ensure the freshness of products, maintain a clean and sanitary environment, and provide excellent customer service, embodying the company’s core values and health and safety regulations.
Prepared Foods team members play a vital part in promoting the Whole Foods Market brand by engaging with customers on the floor, providing courteous and efficient service, supporting seasonal and volume item displays, and assisting team leaders with inventory checks and sanitation duties. This role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, proactive selling, and adherence to operational standards. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for most of the 8-hour shift, and use various tools and equipment safely, such as knives and pallet jacks. Flexibility in scheduling is needed, including working nights, weekends, and holidays.
At Whole Foods Market, diversity and equal opportunity employment are fundamental to the company culture. The organization fosters inclusivity and fair hiring practices without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. Advancement is based on performance and qualifications, with promotional opportunities available for high-performing team members. Applicants are encouraged to apply directly through the company website to ensure up-to-date and accurate job listings.
This role offers a meaningful work experience with potential for growth, a supportive community, and the chance to contribute to a larger mission of health, sustainability, and social impact, making Whole Foods Market a unique employer in the retail grocery sector.
As a member of the Whole Foods Market team, the role of a Prepared Foods team member is crucial in delivering high-quality service and products to customers. This is an entry-level position with an hourly wage range of $16.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience. It includes comprehensive benefits offered under the Whole Benefits program providing health support, financial wellness, paid time off, store discounts, and other perks for both full and part-time team members. The role focuses on preparing, stocking, sanitizing, and serving a variety of hot and cold prepared foods, including meats, cheeses, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and pizza. Team members ensure the freshness of products, maintain a clean and sanitary environment, and provide excellent customer service, embodying the company’s core values and health and safety regulations.
Prepared Foods team members play a vital part in promoting the Whole Foods Market brand by engaging with customers on the floor, providing courteous and efficient service, supporting seasonal and volume item displays, and assisting team leaders with inventory checks and sanitation duties. This role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, proactive selling, and adherence to operational standards. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for most of the 8-hour shift, and use various tools and equipment safely, such as knives and pallet jacks. Flexibility in scheduling is needed, including working nights, weekends, and holidays.
At Whole Foods Market, diversity and equal opportunity employment are fundamental to the company culture. The organization fosters inclusivity and fair hiring practices without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. Advancement is based on performance and qualifications, with promotional opportunities available for high-performing team members. Applicants are encouraged to apply directly through the company website to ensure up-to-date and accurate job listings.
This role offers a meaningful work experience with potential for growth, a supportive community, and the chance to contribute to a larger mission of health, sustainability, and social impact, making Whole Foods Market a unique employer in the retail grocery sector.
Job Requirements
- Must be able 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
- work requires motions including 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
- 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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