Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time Seasonal
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain that emphasizes natural and organic foods. Known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community involvement, Whole Foods Market has revolutionized the grocery industry by promoting healthy eating and environmental stewardship. The company supports initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing fresh food access to underserved areas, alleviating global poverty, and advocating for responsible food production. More than just a grocery store, Whole Foods Market is a place where employees contribute to meaningful change both locally and globally. They uphold standards of excellence that set them apart in the retail food sector.
This position is an entry-level role as part of the Prepared Foods team at Whole Foods Market. It involves a variety of tasks centered around food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking ready-to-eat products. With a wage range of $15.00 to $24.40 per hour based on experience, this role requires team members to maintain a positive company image through courteous, friendly, and efficient service for both customers and fellow team members. Team members are expected to follow store Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to health and safety regulations. The role also calls for flexibility, as employees must be able to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibility in this role means engaging customers actively, delivering excellent customer service, and contributing to a clean and safe working environment. Employees assist in preparing and serving various dishes such as meats, cheeses, sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salads, and pizzas, ensuring freshness and appropriate presentation. Attention to detail is essential, from rotation of products to recording spoilage or temperatures as required. The role involves collaborative teamwork and supports the leadership team in merchandising seasonal items and managing inventory.
Whole Foods Market encourages personal growth and offers access to comprehensive benefits under its 'Whole Benefits' program, catering to both full and part-time team members. Employees can access store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness resources, and health and wellness support programs. The position emphasizes a passion for natural foods aligned with the company’s mission to nourish people and the planet, requiring a strong work ethic and the ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or advance their careers in retail food service while making a positive impact on communities and the environment.
This position is an entry-level role as part of the Prepared Foods team at Whole Foods Market. It involves a variety of tasks centered around food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking ready-to-eat products. With a wage range of $15.00 to $24.40 per hour based on experience, this role requires team members to maintain a positive company image through courteous, friendly, and efficient service for both customers and fellow team members. Team members are expected to follow store Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to health and safety regulations. The role also calls for flexibility, as employees must be able to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibility in this role means engaging customers actively, delivering excellent customer service, and contributing to a clean and safe working environment. Employees assist in preparing and serving various dishes such as meats, cheeses, sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salads, and pizzas, ensuring freshness and appropriate presentation. Attention to detail is essential, from rotation of products to recording spoilage or temperatures as required. The role involves collaborative teamwork and supports the leadership team in merchandising seasonal items and managing inventory.
Whole Foods Market encourages personal growth and offers access to comprehensive benefits under its 'Whole Benefits' program, catering to both full and part-time team members. Employees can access store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness resources, and health and wellness support programs. The position emphasizes a passion for natural foods aligned with the company’s mission to nourish people and the planet, requiring a strong work ethic and the ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or advance their careers in retail food service while making a positive impact on communities and the environment.
Job Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- standing and walking 6-8 hours per 8-hour work day
- hand use including single grasping fine manipulation pushing and pulling
- ability to perform motions such as 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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