Gourmet Prepared Foods Cook

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Financial wellness

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Evanston is seeking a Team Member to prepare items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars, ensuring quality and presentation. The role includes stocking, labeling, rotating items, and delivering friendly customer service while adhering to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with merchandising. Candidates should be prepared for flexible hours, including nights and weekends, with a focus

Qualifications

• Thorough product knowledge.
• Ability to follow a recipe.
• Good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques.
• Good basic math skills.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information clearly to customers, Team Members, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; time management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets.
• Prepares food items according to recipe to ensure quality and consistency.
• Ensures items are labeled, dated, covered, and rotated for freshness.
• Monitors food levels and replenishes in a timely manner.
• Arrives on time and attends required trainings and meetings.
• Provides excellent customer service and answers phones promptly and courteously.
• Maximizes sales through proper prep, storage, rotation, stocking, and merchandising.
• Follows health, sanitation, and safety procedures.

Skills

Product knowledge

Follow recipe

Food production

Math skills

Team communication

Customer service

Time management

Safety compliance

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Evanston is seeking a Team Member to prepare items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars, ensuring quality and presentation. The role includes stocking, labeling, rotating items, and delivering friendly customer service while adhering to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with merchandising. Candidates should be prepared for flexible hours, including nights and weekends, with a focus