
Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Full Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. Founded with the mission to provide customers with access to high-quality, fresh, and healthy food, Whole Foods Market has become synonymous with excellence, sustainability, and community impact. The company goes beyond running a grocery store; it actively supports initiatives such as funding school garden grants, improving access to nutritious food in underprivileged areas known as food deserts, and addressing global issues like poverty in developing countries. As a leader in the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market continually sets new standards for quality, customer service, and environmental stewardship. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team of passionate individuals who are committed to making a positive difference both locally and globally. This ethos drives the company culture and inspires employees to grow personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful change.
The current opportunity at Whole Foods Market is for an entry-level maintenance team member who plays a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and overall upkeep of the store environment. This position requires performing various maintenance and cleaning duties throughout the store—including seating areas, restrooms, back offices, and parking lots—and supporting different teams with cleaning projects and minor repairs. The role demands attention to detail, a proactive attitude towards cleanliness, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies. For those who enjoy hands-on work and being part of a dynamic, team-oriented environment, this role offers a chance to contribute significantly to the store's operational excellence. Additionally, this role is paid between $15.00 and $24.40 per hour, depending on experience, and includes access to Whole Foods Market's "Whole Benefits" program, which provides a range of benefits such as paid time off, financial wellness support, and health and wellness programs. The position emphasizes adherence to food safety regulations and company standards and supports the company's core values and initiatives. Whole Foods Market also encourages personal growth and offers pathways for advancement, valuing qualifications, experience, and a demonstrated commitment to company standards. Overall, this maintenance team member role contributes to creating an environment that maintains Whole Foods Market's reputation as a world-changing grocery store where employees directly impact the community and environment while advancing their own career paths.
The current opportunity at Whole Foods Market is for an entry-level maintenance team member who plays a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and overall upkeep of the store environment. This position requires performing various maintenance and cleaning duties throughout the store—including seating areas, restrooms, back offices, and parking lots—and supporting different teams with cleaning projects and minor repairs. The role demands attention to detail, a proactive attitude towards cleanliness, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies. For those who enjoy hands-on work and being part of a dynamic, team-oriented environment, this role offers a chance to contribute significantly to the store's operational excellence. Additionally, this role is paid between $15.00 and $24.40 per hour, depending on experience, and includes access to Whole Foods Market's "Whole Benefits" program, which provides a range of benefits such as paid time off, financial wellness support, and health and wellness programs. The position emphasizes adherence to food safety regulations and company standards and supports the company's core values and initiatives. Whole Foods Market also encourages personal growth and offers pathways for advancement, valuing qualifications, experience, and a demonstrated commitment to company standards. Overall, this maintenance team member role contributes to creating an environment that maintains Whole Foods Market's reputation as a world-changing grocery store where employees directly impact the community and environment while advancing their own career paths.
Job Requirements
- No prior retail experience required
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- able to stand/walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- able to perform hand use such as single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- able to perform 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 cold environments
- ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
Job Qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- ability to work as part of a team
- ability to follow instructions and established procedures
- ability to maintain professional and appropriate conduct
- ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully
- effective time management and organization skills
- strong work ethic
- knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products
- passion for cleanliness
Job Duties
- Provides excellent maintenance service
- performs all duties on the daily and weekly maintenance lists
- supports all teams with cleaning projects
- performs minor repairs and improvements
- participates in ordering supplies required for store maintenance
- helps with cleaning emergencies
- helps maintain the store’s landscaping and parking lot
- performs continual cleaning of all store departments
- arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
- immediately reports safety hazards and violations
- performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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