Bakery Team Member - Fresh Displays & Customer Service

Whole Foods Market; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Whole Benefits

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Melrose, MA is seeking a capable Team Member to support Bakery operations, maintain displays, stock shelves, and assist customers with product knowledge and sampling. The role emphasizes friendly service, adherence to SOPs, and a willingness to help across shifts.

This entry-level position requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to sell proactively.
• Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department.
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
• Proactively reads labels and familiarizes oneself on various products.
• Assists with periodic inventory checks.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Keeps cases and shelves clean, front-facing, and well stocked with current products.
• Stocks and cleans shelves, bins, and display areas.
• Prevents spoilage and communicates waste to buyers and leaders.
• Maintains back stock in good order.
• Assists with sampling program and keeps areas full and appealing.
• Participates in periodic inventory checks.
• Arrives on time and prepared, and attends required trainings.
• Delivers courteous, proactive customer service and uses suggestive selling techniques.
• Ensures accurate signs and pricing; follows health and safety protocols.
• Reports safety hazards and assists with other duties as needed.

Skills

Proactive selling

Product knowledge

Quality inspection

Label reading

Inventory checks

Team communication

Customer service

Time management

Food safety

Adaptability

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Melrose, MA is seeking a capable Team Member to support Bakery operations, maintain displays, stock shelves, and assist customers with product knowledge and sampling. The role emphasizes friendly service, adherence to SOPs, and a willingness to help across shifts.

This entry-level position requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.