Prepared Foods Venue Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - 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
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned supermarket chain committed to providing high-quality natural and organic products. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, community involvement, and wellness, the company operates as a leader in the grocery industry by promoting healthier eating habits and supporting environmental and social causes. Whole Foods Market is not just a place to shop for groceries; it is a mission-driven company dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. The company sponsors initiatives like school garden funding, improving access to fresh foods in underserved areas, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. These efforts reflect Whole Foods' larger commitment to creating meaningful change both locally and globally.
Working at Whole Foods Market offers more than a paycheck; it provides a unique career opportunity where team members contribute directly to a healthier world and a more sustainable economy. Employment with Whole Foods can be an enriching experience characterized by personal growth and professional development. The company values its team members by encouraging a positive work environment, collaborative culture, and opportunities to engage with customers and communities in impactful ways.
This particular role focuses on preparations within the Prepared Foods department, involving one in ensuring the quality, safety, and presentation of food products. The position requires performing all functions related to food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking. Team members are expected to maintain a welcoming store image by offering courteous, friendly, and efficient service to both customers and fellow team members. The role entails strict adherence to store standards, health, safety, and food safety regulations, along with supporting the company’s core values and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include assisting with production across all Prepared Foods venues, ensuring proper labeling, rotating, and covering of foods, and closely following recipes and measuring guidelines to maintain product quality. Team members also document waste and spoilage accurately, maintain clean and organized storage areas, and effectively communicate product differences to customers. The position also requires punctuality, proper grooming, adherence to scheduled shifts, and participation in training and meetings.
Whole Foods Market provides competitive hourly wages ranging from $17.00 to $25.40 depending on experience. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, known as Whole Benefits, which applies to both full-time and part-time team members. These benefits typically include store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness resources, and health and wellness support programs. Whole Foods Market prides itself on providing an equitable work environment where promotions and hiring decisions are made based on qualifications and business needs, ensuring equal opportunity and fair treatment for all its employees.
Working at Whole Foods Market offers more than a paycheck; it provides a unique career opportunity where team members contribute directly to a healthier world and a more sustainable economy. Employment with Whole Foods can be an enriching experience characterized by personal growth and professional development. The company values its team members by encouraging a positive work environment, collaborative culture, and opportunities to engage with customers and communities in impactful ways.
This particular role focuses on preparations within the Prepared Foods department, involving one in ensuring the quality, safety, and presentation of food products. The position requires performing all functions related to food preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking. Team members are expected to maintain a welcoming store image by offering courteous, friendly, and efficient service to both customers and fellow team members. The role entails strict adherence to store standards, health, safety, and food safety regulations, along with supporting the company’s core values and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include assisting with production across all Prepared Foods venues, ensuring proper labeling, rotating, and covering of foods, and closely following recipes and measuring guidelines to maintain product quality. Team members also document waste and spoilage accurately, maintain clean and organized storage areas, and effectively communicate product differences to customers. The position also requires punctuality, proper grooming, adherence to scheduled shifts, and participation in training and meetings.
Whole Foods Market provides competitive hourly wages ranging from $17.00 to $25.40 depending on experience. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, known as Whole Benefits, which applies to both full-time and part-time team members. These benefits typically include store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness resources, and health and wellness support programs. Whole Foods Market prides itself on providing an equitable work environment where promotions and hiring decisions are made based on qualifications and business needs, ensuring equal opportunity and fair treatment for all its employees.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Standing and walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- Hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Ability to work in temperatures ranging from below 32 degrees Fahrenheit to over 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- 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
- Thorough product knowledge
- Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with team members, customers, and vendors
- Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards
- 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
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- Understanding of and compliance with Whole Foods Market quality goals
Job Duties
- Assists with production for all Prepared Foods venues
- Ensures all prepared foods are properly labeled, dates, initialed, covered, and rotated
- Ensures product meets Whole Foods Market guidelines for quality and preparation
- Documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms
- Ensures product production is performed using correct measuring devices and all recipes are followed
- Helps customers understand the difference between Whole Foods Market products and products at conventional stores
- Ensures that walk-ins and freezers are kept clean and well-organized
- 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 in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
- Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster


Search For More Opportunities:
How Candidates Get Hired Faster
Apply to 2–3 similar roles
Complete profile & get best matches
Check new opportunities daily

