Specialty Foods Associate — Fresh Displays & Service

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Team Member to support the Specialty department by receiving and preparing product, maintaining the floor and displays, and assisting customers with knowledgeable service.

This entry-level role emphasizes friendly, proactive selling, safe handling, and adherence to health regulations. It requires lifting 50 pounds and flexible scheduling, with wage range noted below.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department.
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
• Ability to sell proactively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information clearly to customers and Team Members.

Responsibilities

• Surprises and delights customers with consistent and delicious food.
• Engages in positive and proactive selling.
• Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well-stocked.
• Checks product to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Monitors spoilage and waste to minimize costs.
• Assists with sampling program and keeps sample areas clean.
• Maintains back stock in good order.
• Communicates market information to customers.
• Maintains temperature, sanitation, and logs as required.
• Works required shifts and attends trainings.
• Provides excellent customer service and uses suggestive selling techniques.

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Sales skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Food safety

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Team Member to support the Specialty department by receiving and preparing product, maintaining the floor and displays, and assisting customers with knowledgeable service.

This entry-level role emphasizes friendly, proactive selling, safe handling, and adherence to health regulations. It requires lifting 50 pounds and flexible scheduling, with wage range noted below.