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

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.50 - $25.40
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned and respected leader in the grocery industry, dedicated not only to providing high-quality food products but also to fostering personal growth and creating meaningful change within communities and the planet at large. Established as a pioneering natural and organic foods supermarket, Whole Foods Market operates with a clear and inspiring purpose: to nourish people and the planet. This commitment extends beyond simple retail transactions to impactful initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, enhancing access to fresh and healthy food in food deserts, supporting poverty alleviation projects in developing countries, and continuously striving to improve how people eat. Through these efforts, Whole Foods Market positions itself as a world-changer and social innovator rather than just a grocery store.

As an employer, Whole Foods Market emphasizes a culture of respect, inclusivity, and shared values, operating under core principles that foster teamwork, integrity, and responsibility toward sustainability and community welfare. The company offers a competitive wage range of $17.50 to $25.40 per hour, commensurate with experience, and supports its employees with robust "Whole Benefits." These benefits provide full and part-time team members with store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other perks designed to enhance their life and career satisfaction. The company is committed to fair and equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates regardless of race, religion, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

This particular position is focused on maintaining the overall cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the Whole Foods Market store environment. The role involves performing regular maintenance duties across various areas including the sales floor, customer seating, restrooms, and back offices, with a strong emphasis on promoting a positive company image through courteous, friendly, and efficient service to both customers and team members. Responsible team members are expected to adhere strictly to operational procedures, support store-wide initiatives, and comply with food safety and health regulations. This position embodies the company's values by actively contributing to a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping experience for every customer.

The Maintenance Team Member will execute daily and weekly cleaning and maintenance tasks, perform minor repairs, assist with ordering supplies necessary for store upkeep, respond swiftly to cleaning emergencies, and contribute to landscaping and parking lot care. Furthermore, the role requires adherence to safety protocols, timely communication of hazards or violations, and participation in ongoing trainings and meetings. This position demands a proactive work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the broader team. While no prior retail experience is required, candidates must be able to manage physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and using various cleaning tools and machinery. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays is also necessary.

Overall, joining Whole Foods Market as a Maintenance Team Member means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that values contribution, teamwork, and community impact. It is an opportunity to grow personally and professionally while helping to maintain a store environment that reflects the company’s dedication to excellence and sustainability. Those who thrive in fast-paced settings and are committed to high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service will find this role both rewarding and integral to the company’s continued success and leadership in the grocery industry.

Job Requirements

  • No prior retail experience required
  • 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
  • ability to perform motions such as 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

  • Knowledge of Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products
  • strong to excellent communication skills
  • 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
  • effective time management and organization skills
  • strong work ethic
  • understanding of and compliance with 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

No experience required


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