Cashier Team Member (Front End Service) - Part Time

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. in Sudbury, MA is seeking a Front End Associate to assist customers at checkout, bag groceries, and support the customer service desk as part of the Customer Service & E-Commerce team.

You will uphold company standards, handle cash and POS procedures, and contribute to attractive displays while delivering friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced environment. No prior retail experience required; ability to lift 50 pounds and work flexible hours included.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk 6–8 hours per shift.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Check out customer groceries efficiently and accurately.
• Follow cash handling and POS procedures.
• Maintain Front End areas and stock as needed.
• Assist in training new Cashier and Cashier Assistant Team Members.

Skills

Patience with customers

Strong math

Clear communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Follow procedures

Customer service mindset

Job description

Provides support as a member of the Customer Service & E-Commerce team to include assisting customers during the check‑out process, performing all cash register functions, bagging groceries, and working at the customer service desk. Works to maintain attractive customer service displays and support the Whole Foods Market Customer Service vision. 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. Customer Service & E-Commerce Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions, including but not limited to assigned shopper tasks within the Customer Service & E-Commerce Team. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, company programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Job Responsibilities

• Checks out customer groceries efficiently and accurately.
• Upholds government regulations concerning sale of alcoholic beverages and taxation.
• Follows proper check, ATM, and credit procedures.
• Uses proper tare procedures when ringing up scalable items.
• Cleans and stocks Front End areas, including own register – changing tapes and ribbon as necessary.
• Follows all cash handling procedures – meeting and exceeding regional cashier variance policy.
• May assist with training of new Cashier and Cashier Assistant Team Members.
• Assists supervisor in controlling customer flow and backed up lines – helping reduce customer waiting time.
• Proactively participates in company programs as directed by leadership.
• Arrives at 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, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.

Job Skills

• Demonstrates patience in dealing with customers and Team Members.
• Maintains proficiency with the Cashier Code Book and PLUs.
• Strong basic math skills.
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail.

Experience

• No prior retail experience required.

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 bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: <32° Fahrenheit (freezing), 32‑40° Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90° 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.
• May require use of ladders.

The wage range for this position is $17.00-$25.40 Hourly, commensurate with experience.

Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits offers a wide range of benefits for Full and Part-Time Team Members, including eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness, health & wellness support programs, and access to other Team Member perks. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire and may vary based on work location, length of service, and job type (such as regular or seasonal).

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.