
Specialty Team Member (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate) - Part Time
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $24.40
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Store discount
Wellness support programs
employee perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery retailer known for its commitment to natural and organic foods, sustainability, and community welfare. Established as a pioneer in the natural foods industry, Whole Foods Market has consistently set the standard for quality, freshness, and ethical sourcing. The company not only focuses on providing customers with high-quality and nutritious products but also dedicates itself to nourishing people and the planet through various social and environmental initiatives. From funding grants for school gardens to improving access to fresh food in underserved communities and supporting poverty alleviation efforts in developing countries, Whole Foods Market embodies a mission that goes beyond retail. It strives to impact health, community, and sustainability globally and locally, creating a meaningful difference through its values and operations.
Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team that is passionate about making a difference and setting new industry standards. The company’s culture emphasizes personal growth, teamwork, and a shared commitment to its core values of quality, service, sustainability, and health. Team Members are encouraged to participate in ongoing training and development while engaging actively with customers and community initiatives. This role offers an inclusive environment and equitable employment opportunities while fostering career advancement based on merit, performance, and business needs.
The position on offer is for a member of the Specialty team, a crucial part of Whole Foods Market’s retail operations. The Specialty team supports the store’s vision by ensuring that customers have an exceptional experience with the Specialty food products, which might include gourmet, artisanal, and specialty diet items. This role involves receiving and preparing product, maintaining appealing and fresh product displays, and actively engaging with customers to promote sales and product knowledge. The position demands adherence to high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality control, reflecting Whole Foods Market’s commitment to excellence.
As a Specialty Team Member, you will be responsible for upholding the company’s image by providing courteous, knowledgeable, and efficient service. You will manage stock levels, monitor product quality, support sampling programs, and maintain a clean and organized workspace. The job entails performing opening, mid, and closing shift duties, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and promoting various store and national programs. While prior retail experience is not required, a passion for natural foods, attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork skills are essential to succeed.
Whole Foods Market offers an hourly wage ranging from $15.00 to $24.40, commensurate with experience. In addition to competitive pay, the company provides an excellent benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which includes health and wellness support, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and employee discounts. The role requires physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds, work on your feet for extended periods, and operate certain equipment safely. A commitment to working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is also necessary.
Overall, this job represents a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a company that values sustainability, community impact, and employee development, providing a rewarding career path in a supportive and progressive work environment.
Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team that is passionate about making a difference and setting new industry standards. The company’s culture emphasizes personal growth, teamwork, and a shared commitment to its core values of quality, service, sustainability, and health. Team Members are encouraged to participate in ongoing training and development while engaging actively with customers and community initiatives. This role offers an inclusive environment and equitable employment opportunities while fostering career advancement based on merit, performance, and business needs.
The position on offer is for a member of the Specialty team, a crucial part of Whole Foods Market’s retail operations. The Specialty team supports the store’s vision by ensuring that customers have an exceptional experience with the Specialty food products, which might include gourmet, artisanal, and specialty diet items. This role involves receiving and preparing product, maintaining appealing and fresh product displays, and actively engaging with customers to promote sales and product knowledge. The position demands adherence to high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality control, reflecting Whole Foods Market’s commitment to excellence.
As a Specialty Team Member, you will be responsible for upholding the company’s image by providing courteous, knowledgeable, and efficient service. You will manage stock levels, monitor product quality, support sampling programs, and maintain a clean and organized workspace. The job entails performing opening, mid, and closing shift duties, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and promoting various store and national programs. While prior retail experience is not required, a passion for natural foods, attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork skills are essential to succeed.
Whole Foods Market offers an hourly wage ranging from $15.00 to $24.40, commensurate with experience. In addition to competitive pay, the company provides an excellent benefits package known as Whole Benefits, which includes health and wellness support, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and employee discounts. The role requires physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds, work on your feet for extended periods, and operate certain equipment safely. A commitment to working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is also necessary.
Overall, this job represents a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a company that values sustainability, community impact, and employee development, providing a rewarding career path in a supportive and progressive work environment.
Job Requirements
- No prior retail experience required
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day
- Single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling hand use
- Work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching motions
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- 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
- Where applicable, TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures by Servers of Alcohol) course completion required and must be age 18 years of age or older to serve alcohol
Job Qualifications
- Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department
- Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness
- Ability to sell proactively
- Working understanding of Specialty department and team and WFM quality goals
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
- Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
- Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members
- Ability to follow directions and procedures
- Effective time management and organization skills
- Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
- Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals
Job Duties
- Surprises and delights customers with consistent and delicious food
- Engages in positive and proactive selling
- Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well-stocked
- Checks product to ensure it meets WFM quality standards
- Monitors spoilage and supply waste to minimize impact on department expenses
- Assists with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean and appealing
- Maintains back stock in good order
- Accesses information about market conditions and communicates to customers
- Ensures temperature, sanitation and sweep logs are completed
- Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work
- Works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings
- Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques
- Answers phones and pages promptly and courteously
- Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product
- Follows and complies with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices
- Maintains a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
- Maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards
- Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned
- Ensures accuracy of signs and pricing
- 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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