Prepared Foods Pro: On-Floor Prep & Service

Whole Foods Market; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Financial wellness

Team Member perks

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Washington, DC seeks an entry-level Team Member for Prepared Foods, requiring adaptability to work across departments and maintain high standards of quality and safety. You will assist with production, labeling, and customer service while upholding health regulations and company SOPs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, flexible schedules including nights/weekends, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and Team Members.

Qualifications

• Thorough product knowledge and ability to follow recipes and procedures.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork to serve customers.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and meet health standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production for all Prepared Foods venues.
• Ensure all prepared foods are properly labeled, dates, initialed, covered, and rotated.
• Ensure product meets WFM guidelines for quality and preparation.
• Document waste and spoilage using appropriate forms.
• Ensure product production is performed using correct measuring devices and all recipes are followed.
• Help customers understand the difference between WFM products and products at conventional stores.
• Keep walk-ins and freezers clean and well-organized.
• Arrive on time, groomed, and ready to work; attend trainings and meetings.
• Provide excellent customer service and use suggestive selling; answer phones timely.
• Maximize sales through proper prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising.
• Follow procedures including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment; ensure equipment safety.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties; verify signs and pricing.
• Report safety hazards and violations immediately.

Skills

Product knowledge

Recipes per shift

Market conditions

Spoilage awareness

Merchandising knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Time management

Natural foods

Work ethic

Quality goals

Tools

None

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Washington, DC seeks an entry-level Team Member for Prepared Foods, requiring adaptability to work across departments and maintain high standards of quality and safety. You will assist with production, labeling, and customer service while upholding health regulations and company SOPs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, flexible schedules including nights/weekends, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and Team Members.