Prepared Foods Cook & Bar Prep Specialist

Whole Foods Market; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking team members to prepare and maintain cold case foods, fresh pack, salads, and hot bars. You will label, date, rotate products and ensure quality while delivering friendly service to customers and fellow team members.

You must follow recipes, monitor product levels, and maintain cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced environment. The role supports store programs and health standards in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of food products and quality standards.
• Ability to follow recipes precisely for consistent items.
• Understanding of basic cooking techniques and food production processes.
• Strong math skills for portions, weights, and pricing.
• Effective communication with team members and customers.
• Commitment to customer service and team collaboration.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares items for cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars per production sheets.
• Prepares food according to recipes to ensure quality and consistency.
• Labels, dates, covers, and rotates prepared items for freshness.
• Monitors levels and replenishes items in a timely manner.
• Arrives on time, attired and ready to work; participates in trainings.
• Delivers excellent customer service and assists customers and team members.
• Supports merchandising and proper stocking and rotation procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation standards for work areas and equipment.
• Completes opening, mid, and closing duties and verifies signs/pricing.
• Reports safety hazards promptly and cooperates with leadership.

Skills

Product knowledge

Follow recipes

Food production basics

Math skills

Team communication

Customer service

Time management

Food safety

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking team members to prepare and maintain cold case foods, fresh pack, salads, and hot bars. You will label, date, rotate products and ensure quality while delivering friendly service to customers and fellow team members.

You must follow recipes, monitor product levels, and maintain cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced environment. The role supports store programs and health standards in daily operations.