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Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time Seasonal

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.00 - $25.40
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
employee perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned American multinational supermarket chain known for its commitment to natural and organic products. Established as a leader in the grocery retail industry, Whole Foods Market emphasizes not just providing high-quality foods but also fostering personal growth and creating meaningful change in the communities they serve. The company’s mission goes beyond grocery retail to actively nourish people and the planet through numerous initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food especially in underserved areas known as food deserts, and addressing global issues like poverty in developing countries. Employees at Whole Foods Market are seen as world-changers, whose work helps set industry standards and revolutionize grocery shopping by promoting sustainability, health, and community well-being. This establishment prides itself on its core values of quality, team spirit, and customer service excellence.

The role at Whole Foods Market involves working as a member of the Prepared Foods team, a dynamic and essential part of the store focused on preparing, displaying, and serving a variety of hot and cold food items. This position offers the opportunity to engage with customers directly, ensuring they receive courteous, friendly, and efficient service at all times, which is critical for maintaining a positive company image. Individuals in this role will be engaged in tasks such as cutting, preparing, and serving foods including meats, cheeses, sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salads, and pizzas. They will be responsible for stocking product cases and displays, checking product freshness by monitoring in-stock dates, and taking care of both sanitation and inventory duties. The position demands a high level of attention to detail, proactive selling skills, and a passion for natural foods aligned with Whole Foods Market's mission.

Moreover, this role encourages personal development within a supportive team environment, where team members are expected to follow established procedures for health, safety, and quality. Team Leaders in this role are expected to lead by example, spending significant time on the sales floor, engaging with customers, and providing support wherever needed. Whole Foods Market offers a competitive hourly wage range of $19.00 to $25.40, based on experience, in addition to comprehensive “Whole Benefits” that include paid time off, health and wellness programs, and financial wellness support. This career path suits individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, are passionate about healthy and natural food, and aspire to make a positive impact locally and globally.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk 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
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to use knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong to excellent communication skills
  • Ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
  • Ability to meet customer service expectations
  • Ability to follow directions and manage time effectively
  • Passion for natural foods and the Whole Foods Market mission
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Cut, prepare, and serve a variety of hot and cold foods
  • Sample products to customers
  • Stock hot and cold cases and displays with prepared foods
  • Check in-stock product dates to ensure freshness and rotate when necessary
  • Bail and consolidate recyclables
  • Assist Team Leader in organizing and displaying volume and seasonal items
  • Complete spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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