Produce Prep & Merchandising Specialist

Whole Foods Market; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; 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 Berkeley is hiring for aProduce Department Team Member. The role performs processing and merchandising duties, ensuring a positive store image through courteous, friendly service and efficient operations. You will follow SOPs, support programs, and assist with other duties as needed.

The position emphasizes strong product knowledge, safety compliance, and effective communication to serve customers and team members in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Cuts fruits and vegetables following safety and sanitation rules.
• Ensures produce quality and proper preparation per guidelines.
• Maintains sampling program and keeps department clean.
• Maintains sweep logs and adheres to safety standards.
• Arrives on time, groomed and ready for shifts; attends trainings.
• Provides courteous customer service and assists with store needs.
• Preps, stores, rotates, stocks, and merchandises products to maximize sales.
• Complies with health, sanitation, and Weights and Measures procedures.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties with accurate pricing.
• Reports safety hazards and supports store leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Stock rotation

Teamwork

Communication skills

Product knowledge

Merchandising

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Berkeley is hiring for aProduce Department Team Member. The role performs processing and merchandising duties, ensuring a positive store image through courteous, friendly service and efficient operations. You will follow SOPs, support programs, and assist with other duties as needed.

The position emphasizes strong product knowledge, safety compliance, and effective communication to serve customers and team members in a fast-paced environment.