Prepared Foods Venue Production Team Member; Deli​/Culinary Prep

Prepared Foods Venue Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) – Full Time

Base pay range: $15.00/hr – $24.40/hr.

Performs all functions related to preparation, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of products. All Whole Foods Market retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other job descriptions and must support WFM core values, promote national and regional programs, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations, including Food Safety.

• Assists with production for all Prepared Foods venues.
• Ensures all prepared foods are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated.
• Ensures product meets WFM guidelines for quality and preparation.
• Documents waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.
• Ensures product production is performed using correct measuring devices and all recipes are followed.
• Helps customers understand the difference between WFM products and products at conventional stores.
• Ensures walk‑ins and freezers are kept clean and well‑organized.
• 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.

• Thorough product knowledge.
• Ability to produce an adequate number of recipes per shift based on batch size.
• Ability to access information about market conditions and communicate it to customers.
• Understanding of spoilage and supply waste and how it affects department profits.
• Working knowledge and application of all merchandising expectations within the department.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organizational 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.

• No prior retail experience required.

• 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: 90°F.
• 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.

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. Requirements may vary by level, location, and business conditions. Eligibility for Whole Benefits, including health insurance, retirement plan benefits, store discount, paid time off, and other benefit programs, is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at the date of hire.

For additional information, visit  New entry‑level Team Members who successfully complete their first 90 days and remain actively employed may be eligible for a base rate increase after their 90‑day anniversary.

Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer. We provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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