
Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Part Time Seasonal
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.50 - $25.40
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned American supermarket chain committed to providing high-quality natural and organic foods. Founded in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown to become a leader in the grocery retail industry, emphasizing sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community involvement. The company is dedicated to improving how people eat by offering a diverse range of fresh, healthy food options and supporting initiatives like funding school gardens and providing fresh food access in underserved areas. With a mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market not only focuses on offering superior products but also on making a positive impact within local communities and globally by alleviating poverty in developing countries. As a world-changing organization, Whole Foods Market fosters a culture where every employee plays a vital role in upholding the company’s core values and revolutionizing the grocery industry.
This position at Whole Foods Market focuses on maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the retail environment, including floors, seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. The role is critical in ensuring that customers and team members experience a clean and safe store atmosphere, which aligns with the company’s commitment to excellence. The maintenance team member is responsible for performing daily and weekly cleaning duties, handling minor repairs, supporting cleaning projects across store departments, and contributing to the upkeep of landscaping and parking lot maintenance. This position requires a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The job pays between $17.50 and $25.40 per hour, depending on experience, and offers the opportunity for wage increases after 90 days of successful employment.
Employees in this role must comply with all health, safety, and food safety regulations, as well as follow established Standard Operating Procedures and align with Whole Foods Market’s core values and quality standards. The company provides a supportive work environment with ongoing training and encourages team collaboration. Eligibility for various benefits, including health and wellness programs, paid time off, store discounts, and financial wellness support, are among the perks designated for Full and Part-Time Team Members under the Whole Benefits program. Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair hiring and promotion based on qualifications and business needs. Aspiring candidates will find an opportunity for personal and professional growth while contributing to a meaningful mission that extends beyond traditional grocery retail.
This position at Whole Foods Market focuses on maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the retail environment, including floors, seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. The role is critical in ensuring that customers and team members experience a clean and safe store atmosphere, which aligns with the company’s commitment to excellence. The maintenance team member is responsible for performing daily and weekly cleaning duties, handling minor repairs, supporting cleaning projects across store departments, and contributing to the upkeep of landscaping and parking lot maintenance. This position requires a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The job pays between $17.50 and $25.40 per hour, depending on experience, and offers the opportunity for wage increases after 90 days of successful employment.
Employees in this role must comply with all health, safety, and food safety regulations, as well as follow established Standard Operating Procedures and align with Whole Foods Market’s core values and quality standards. The company provides a supportive work environment with ongoing training and encourages team collaboration. Eligibility for various benefits, including health and wellness programs, paid time off, store discounts, and financial wellness support, are among the perks designated for Full and Part-Time Team Members under the Whole Benefits program. Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair hiring and promotion based on qualifications and business needs. Aspiring candidates will find an opportunity for personal and professional growth while contributing to a meaningful mission that extends beyond traditional grocery retail.
Job Requirements
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or walking 6 to 8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- 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 as needed
- ability to use tools and equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
- arriving on time, appropriately groomed, and ready to work
- willingness to follow all safety and health standards
Job Qualifications
- no prior retail experience required
- demonstrates concern for the overall appearance of the store
- 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 to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
- effective time management and organization skills
- strong work ethic
- 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
No experience required
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