Meat Department Associate – Fresh, Customer‑Focused

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking entry-level Team Members to join the meat department, performing counter service, stocking, and sanitation tasks.

The role emphasizes courteous, friendly, and efficient service aligned with WFM core values and health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining displays, assisting with sampling, and supporting merchandising while upholding Weights & Measures standards and safe work practices.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintains fresh and appealing displays by checking quality and stocking.
• Assists with sampling program and keeps sample areas clean.
• Cleans cases, glass, signs, and equipment as required.
• Provides excellent customer service and answers phones promptly.
• Supports proper merchandising, pricing signs, and rotation of products.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.
• Reports safety hazards and complies with procedures.

Skills

Proactive selling

Customer service

Time management

Team collaboration

Food safety knowledge

Product knowledge

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

Knife handling

Job description

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking entry-level Team Members to join the meat department, performing counter service, stocking, and sanitation tasks.

The role emphasizes courteous, friendly, and efficient service aligned with WFM core values and health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining displays, assisting with sampling, and supporting merchandising while upholding Weights & Measures standards and safe work practices.