Prepared Foods Associate — Fresh, Fast-Paced Service

Whole Foods Market; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking team members in Medford, MA to prepare, serve, and stock ready-to-eat foods. You will engage customers, maintain cleanliness, and follow all health and sanitation guidelines while supporting store programs and promotions.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training will be provided to ensure product knowledge and safety procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Ability to sell proactively and provide courteous, friendly service.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork and customer interactions.
• Attention to detail in displaying products and handling cash registers.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and follow procedures.
• Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market mission.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency.
• Commitment to health, sanitation, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, prepares, and serves a variety of hot and cold foods.
• Samples products to customers.
• Stocks cases and displays with prepared foods from kitchen and refrigeration.
• Checks in-stock dates and rotates products.
• Assists with inventory and merchandising.
• Provides excellent customer service and answers phones promptly.
• Ensures proper signs and pricing; reports safety hazards.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.

Skills

Proactive selling

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Safety & sanitation

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Food safety knowledge

Tools

Knives

Box cutters

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. is seeking team members in Medford, MA to prepare, serve, and stock ready-to-eat foods. You will engage customers, maintain cleanliness, and follow all health and sanitation guidelines while supporting store programs and promotions.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Training will be provided to ensure product knowledge and safety procedures are followed.