A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

As a member of our Prepared Foods team, you will provide exceptional customer service, prepare hot and cold foods, and maintain a clean and sanitary working environment. You will work closely with your Team Leader to ensure accurate inventory management, pricing, and merchandising of products.

This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about natural foods and committed to delivering high-quality service, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Cut, prepare, and serve a variety of hot and cold foods, including meats, cheeses, sandwiches, burritos, wraps, salads, and pizzas.
• Sample products to customers.
• Stock hot and cold cases and displays with prepared foods from kitchen, walk-in preparation, and refrigerators.
• Check in-stock product dates to ensure freshness and rotate when necessary.
• Bail and consolidate recyclables.
• Assist Team Leader in organizing and displaying volume and seasonal items.
• Complete spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required.
• Assist with periodic inventory checks.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Sell proactively.
• Learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department.
• Show strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Follow directions and procedures; show effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Show strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understand and comply with WFM quality goals.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• May require use of ladders.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.