Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars. Ensures food quality and presentation and performs duties related to stocking and sanitation. 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. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets.
• Ensuring that all prepared items are labeled, dated, covered, monitored for quality and freshness, and rotated.
• Providing excellent customer service, addressing needs of customers in a timely and effective manner, and modeling suggestive selling techniques.
• Maximizing sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product.
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment.
• Performing opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensuring accuracy of signs and pricing.
• Reporting safety hazards and violations.
• Performing other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities needed for this position include:

• Good basic math skills.
• Ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Standing/walking for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour work day.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals and temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives and other heavy machinery.

At Whole Foods Market, 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. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Commitment to a positive company image and customer service.

• Thorough product knowledge.
• Ability to follow a recipe.
• Good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.
• Effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market's mission.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.