Meat Department Associate — Fresh & Friendly Service

Whole Foods Market; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Financial wellness

Health & wellness support programs

Access to other Team Member perks

Whole Benefits

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Melrose, MA seeks a Team Member to support the meat department with counter service, stocking, and sanitation. You will ensure fresh displays, maintain back stock, assist with sampling programs, and uphold health and safety standards while delivering friendly, proactive customer service.

No prior retail experience required; you will learn product knowledge, follow procedures, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensures fresh, appealing displays and maintains clean cases and shelves.
• Maintains back stock and supports sampling programs.
• Provides courteous customer service and answers inquiries promptly.
• Prices and signs are accurate; adheres to health and sanitation standards.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.
• Follows safety procedures and reports hazards immediately.

Skills

Ability to sell proactively

Basic product knowledge

Quality and freshness checks

Label reading / product familiarity

Inventory checks

Clear communication

Customer service excellence

Follow directions and procedures

Passion for natural foods

Strong work ethic

Understand and meet quality goals

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Melrose, MA seeks a Team Member to support the meat department with counter service, stocking, and sanitation. You will ensure fresh displays, maintain back stock, assist with sampling programs, and uphold health and safety standards while delivering friendly, proactive customer service.

No prior retail experience required; you will learn product knowledge, follow procedures, and work in a fast-paced environment.