Specialty Foods Sales & Display Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Newtonville, MA is seeking a proactive Team Member for the Specialty department. You will greet customers, assist with product selection, maintain displays, and ensure quality and freshness across items while supporting store programs and safety standards.

The role emphasizes friendly service, accurate pricing, and teamwork. Flexibility to work varied shifts and adherence to health and safety guidelines are required.

Qualifications

• No prior retail experience required
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends

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 impact on department expenses.
• Assists with sampling program and keeps areas full and appealing.
• Maintains back stock in good order.
• Provides excellent customer service and answers phones promptly.
• Prepares, shelves, and merchandises products following procedures.
• Reports safety hazards and maintains clean, sanitary environment.

Skills

Customer service

Suggestive selling

Product knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Food safety

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Newtonville, MA is seeking a proactive Team Member for the Specialty department. You will greet customers, assist with product selection, maintain displays, and ensure quality and freshness across items while supporting store programs and safety standards.

The role emphasizes friendly service, accurate pricing, and teamwork. Flexibility to work varied shifts and adherence to health and safety guidelines are required.