Specialty Foods Specialist

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market is seeking a team-oriented associate to support the Specialty department, keep displays fresh, and assist customers with product knowledge and service. You will engage customers, maintain cleanliness, and help ensure quality and safety standards are met daily.

The role emphasizes proactive selling, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while upholding Whole Foods Market core values and health and safety regulations.

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.
• Working understanding of Specialty department and team and WFM quality goals.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
• Strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment.

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 WFM quality standards.
• Monitors spoilage and supply waste to minimize impact on department expenses.
• Assists with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean and appealing.
• Maintains back stock in good order.
• Accesses information about market conditions and communicates to customers.
• Ensures temperature, sanitation and logs are completed.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing.
• Immediately reports safety hazards and violations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Proactive selling

Product knowledge

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Job description

Whole Foods Market is seeking a team-oriented associate to support the Specialty department, keep displays fresh, and assist customers with product knowledge and service. You will engage customers, maintain cleanliness, and help ensure quality and safety standards are met daily.

The role emphasizes proactive selling, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while upholding Whole Foods Market core values and health and safety regulations.