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Produce Team Member (Clerk, Floor Service) - Full Time

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $19.50 - $25.40
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain dedicated to providing the highest quality natural and organic foods while nourishing people and the planet. Established with a mission that goes beyond just selling food, Whole Foods Market takes pride in its commitment to improving how people eat, promoting sustainable agriculture, funding grants for school gardens, and increasing access to healthy food options, especially in underserved areas known as food deserts. The company also strives to alleviate poverty in developing countries through ethical sourcing and community support. By joining Whole Foods Market, team members become part of a larger movement to set standards of excellence in the grocery industry and drive meaningful change in local communities and around the world.

The role offered is for a Produce Team Member, an entry-level position that plays a vital part in supporting the store’s produce department. The position includes responsibilities such as receiving and preparing fresh produce, maintaining attractive and well-stocked displays, and delivering exceptional customer service aligned with Whole Foods Market’s standards. This role requires adherence to company policies related to food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. Team members will also engage in activities like product rotation to prevent spoilage, assisting with inventory and waste reporting, and supporting promotional initiatives. This job offers a chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values strong work ethics, attention to detail, and a passion for natural foods.

Compensation for this role ranges from $19.50 to $25.40 per hour, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market provides comprehensive benefits for both full-time and part-time team members under its Whole Benefits program. These benefits may include store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness support programs, and financial wellness resources. The company supports professional growth and promotes from within, encouraging team members to develop their skills and advance their careers. Whole Foods Market is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring fair employment practices free from discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.

This role is well-suited for individuals who are proactive, eager to learn about organic and conventional produce, and passionate about delivering excellent service to customers. Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied conditions, including wet and dry environments, and the use of tools like knives and pallet jacks. Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays is required to meet store needs. Overall, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven company while gaining valuable retail and produce industry experience.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
  • Hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Work requires 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
  • Ability to learn and understand growing processes that differentiate conventional from organic produce
  • 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
  • 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

  • Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating and removing out-of-date products
  • Assists Team Leader in organizing and displaying volume and seasonal items
  • Monitors and prevents spoilage and communicates waste to buyers, Team Leaders, and shift supervisor
  • 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
  • Maximizes sales potential through effective 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
  • Immediately reports safety hazards and violations
  • Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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