Produce Prep & Merchandising Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Cary, NC is seeking a Produce Team Member responsible for cutting fruits and vegetables, prepping and merchandising, and delivering friendly customer service.

You will follow safety rules, maintain clean areas, support signage accuracy, and participate in required trainings. The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of produce items and handling.
• Strong communication with customers and team.
• Awareness of spoilage and waste impact on department profits.
• Familiarity with merchandising expectations in the department.
• Ability to work in a team and deliver clear information to customers and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations consistently.
• Respect for directions, time management, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Cuts fruits and vegetables, following all safety and sanitation rules.
• Ensures product meets WFM guidelines for quality and preparation.
• Maintains sampling program.
• Cleans department continuously and maintains sweep logs.
• Arrives on time, groomed and ready; works all scheduled shifts and attends trainings.
• Provides excellent customer service, addresses customer needs promptly and courteously.
• Maximizes sales potential through prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising products.
• Follows health, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary work/shopping environment and equipment per standards.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties; checks signage and pricing.
• Reports safety hazards immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Thorough product knowledge

Strong communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Food safety awareness

Tools

Knives

Box cutters

Electric pallet jacks

Heavy equipment

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Cary, NC is seeking a Produce Team Member responsible for cutting fruits and vegetables, prepping and merchandising, and delivering friendly customer service.

You will follow safety rules, maintain clean areas, support signage accuracy, and participate in required trainings. The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.