
Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $25.40
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support programs
employee perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery chain that focuses on delivering high-quality natural and organic products to consumers. Established as a pioneer in the organic movement, Whole Foods Market has grown to become a trusted name known for its commitment to sustainability, excellence, and community support. The company operates stores nationwide, each dedicated to offering fresh foods, excellent customer service, and a welcoming shopping environment. Whole Foods Market is more than just a grocery store; it is a community partner actively involved in initiatives that nourish people and the planet. This includes funding school garden grants, providing access to fresh and healthy food to underserved areas known as food deserts, and supporting poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries. Employees at Whole Foods Market are valued team members who contribute to making a difference locally and globally, embodying the company’s core values and mission to set a high standard in the grocery industry.
The Maintenance team member role is a vital position within Whole Foods Market, responsible for ensuring cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of the store environment. This entry-level position plays a key role in supporting the store’s operations by performing daily maintenance duties such as cleaning floors, seating areas, restrooms, and back offices to uphold the store’s aesthetic and sanitary standards. The role also involves performing minor repairs, assisting in cleaning emergencies, and supporting the upkeep of the store’s landscaping and parking lot. A maintenance team member works closely with other store departments to maintain a safe, clean, and inviting environment for both customers and fellow team members.
This position requires a proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and safety, communicates effectively, and thrives as part of a collaborative team. Although no prior retail or maintenance experience is required, the role demands physical endurance, including standing or walking for long periods, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a readiness to work with cleaning chemicals and various maintenance tools. Whole Foods Market values the growth and development of its team members, offering comprehensive training, a supportive workplace culture, and potential for career advancement within the company.
This role offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience, reflecting the company’s commitment to fair compensation. Whole Foods Market provides a comprehensive benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which includes health and wellness programs, paid time off, financial wellness assistance, a store discount, and other team member perks. The company embraces diversity and inclusion, hiring and promoting candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Whole Foods Market encourages applicants to apply through official channels to ensure accuracy and legitimacy.
The Maintenance team member role is a vital position within Whole Foods Market, responsible for ensuring cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of the store environment. This entry-level position plays a key role in supporting the store’s operations by performing daily maintenance duties such as cleaning floors, seating areas, restrooms, and back offices to uphold the store’s aesthetic and sanitary standards. The role also involves performing minor repairs, assisting in cleaning emergencies, and supporting the upkeep of the store’s landscaping and parking lot. A maintenance team member works closely with other store departments to maintain a safe, clean, and inviting environment for both customers and fellow team members.
This position requires a proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and safety, communicates effectively, and thrives as part of a collaborative team. Although no prior retail or maintenance experience is required, the role demands physical endurance, including standing or walking for long periods, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a readiness to work with cleaning chemicals and various maintenance tools. Whole Foods Market values the growth and development of its team members, offering comprehensive training, a supportive workplace culture, and potential for career advancement within the company.
This role offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.00 to $25.40, commensurate with experience, reflecting the company’s commitment to fair compensation. Whole Foods Market provides a comprehensive benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which includes health and wellness programs, paid time off, financial wellness assistance, a store discount, and other team member perks. The company embraces diversity and inclusion, hiring and promoting candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Whole Foods Market encourages applicants to apply through official channels to ensure accuracy and legitimacy.
Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or walking for 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 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
- No prior retail experience required
- strong to excellent communication skills
- ability to handle unpleasant tasks with a positive attitude
- knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products
- ability to follow instructions and established procedures
- ability to maintain professional and appropriate conduct
- ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully to team members, customers, and vendors
- effective time management and organization skills
- strong work ethic
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- understanding of and compliance with Whole Foods Market quality goals
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
- works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
- 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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