Fresh Foods Production Specialist

Whole Foods Market; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Sarasota is hiring for a Team Member in the Prepared Foods section. You will assist with production, label and rotate items, and help customers understand differences between WFM products and conventional store offerings.

The role emphasizes labeling accuracy, food safety, and timely service in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, and a commitment to Whole Foods Market values is essential.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong customer service mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assists with production for all Prepared Foods venues.
• Ensures all prepared foods are properly labeled, dates, 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.
• Keeps walk-ins and freezers clean and well-organized.
• Arrives on time, groomed, dressed and ready to work; attends trainings and meetings.
• Provides excellent customer service, addresses customer needs promptly, and uses suggestive selling techniques.

Skills

Product knowledge

Customer service

Team player

Communication skills

Time management

Procedural compliance

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Sarasota is hiring for a Team Member in the Prepared Foods section. You will assist with production, label and rotate items, and help customers understand differences between WFM products and conventional store offerings.

The role emphasizes labeling accuracy, food safety, and timely service in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required, and a commitment to Whole Foods Market values is essential.