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Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $25.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet. Founded on principles of sustainability, quality, and community, Whole Foods Market has set the standard for excellence in the grocery industry for decades and continues to innovate new ways to enhance the customer experience and contribute to social and environmental causes. The company’s purpose extends beyond providing fresh and healthy foods—it actively supports initiatives such as funding school gardens, improving access to fresh food in underserved areas, and engaging in poverty alleviation in developing countries. This commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship is at the core of Whole Foods Market's identity.

This role at Whole Foods Market involves maintenance services critical to supporting a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping environment. As a Maintenance Team Member, you will play a vital role in ensuring the general cleanliness and safety of the store including the sales floor, seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. Your duties will include performing routine cleaning and minor repairs, assisting with landscaping and parking lot upkeep, and responding quickly to cleaning emergencies. This position supports the overall mission of Whole Foods Market by helping maintain a store ambiance that reflects the company’s core values and quality standards, creating a positive experience for customers and team members alike.

Working as part of a team under established Standard Operating Procedures, you will assist other departments with cleaning projects, order necessary supplies, and uphold health and food safety regulations. The role demands a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a genuine passion for cleanliness, as well as excellent communication skills to coordinate with customers, team members, and vendors. The work environment can be physically demanding, requiring lifting, standing, walking long periods, exposure to varying temperatures, and the use of chemicals and equipment safely. Whole Foods Market offers a wage range of $16.00 to $25.40 per hour depending on experience. Team Members gain access to comprehensive benefits which include paid time off, health and wellness support, financial wellness programs, store discounts, and other perks under its Whole Benefits plan, available to eligible full and part-time employees.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing and 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 including freezing, refrigerator, and hot conditions
  • ability to work in a wet and cold environment
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery

Job Qualifications

  • No prior retail experience required
  • ability to handle unpleasant tasks with a positive attitude
  • demonstrates concern for the overall appearance of the store
  • knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products
  • demonstrates a passion for cleanliness
  • strong to excellent communication skills and willingness 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 in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
  • ability to follow directions and procedures
  • effective time management and organization skills
  • strong work ethic and 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
  • 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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