Join Whole Foods Market, where your career is about more than just the tasks at hand-it's about personal development and making a meaningful impact. We're dedicated to nourishing both people and the planet, helping improve nutrition, funding school garden initiatives, providing fresh food in underserved communities, and so much more. In collaboration with your team, you will contribute to a larger mission that enhances communities and reshapes the grocery industry.
As a Produce Clerk, you will provide essential support to the Produce team by managing product receiving, preparation, and display, while ensuring compliance with all Whole Foods Market standards. You will engage with customers, maintain a clean and inviting produce area, and help bring high-quality, fresh products to our shelves.
Key Responsibilities: - Keep produce displays appealing and well-stocked by cleaning, front-facing, checking codes, rotating, and removing outdated products.
- Assist the Team Leader in organizing seasonal and high-demand items.
- Monitor and reduce spoilage while communicating any waste issues to the appropriate team members.
- Complete necessary paperwork such as spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets.
- Participate in periodic inventory checks.
- Be punctual, presentable, and ready to work for all scheduled shifts, including trainings and meetings.
- Deliver exceptional customer service by fulfilling customer needs and utilizing suggestive selling techniques.
- Maximize sales through proper food prepping, storing, stocking, and merchandising practices.
- Adhere to established procedures for health, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Maintain a clean working and shopping environment while ensuring equipment meets Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards.
- Execute opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accurate signage and pricing.
- Report any safety hazards or violations immediately.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by leadership.
Required Skills: - Ability to proactively sell products.
- Willingness to learn about all products in the department.
- Understanding of growing processes for both conventional and organic produce.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
- Capability to provide excellent customer service in all interactions.
- Aptitude for following directions and effective time management.
- Passion for natural foods and Whole Foods Market's mission.
- Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Compliance with Whole Foods Market's quality goals.
Experience: - No previous retail experience required.
Physical Requirements: - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Standing/walking for 6-8 hours during an 8-hour shift.
- Frequent hand use for grasping, manipulation, and operating equipment.
- Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach throughout the workday.
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals approved by the FDA.
- Work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Flexibility to work in wet and dry conditions.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Competence in using various tools and equipment, such as knives and pallet jacks.
- May involve using ladders.
Note: This document provides a general overview of essential responsibilities for this position and is not an exhaustive list. Duties and requirements may vary depending on business needs and specific job locations. Successful performance in your current role is necessary for consideration of advancement. The wage range for this position is $16.00 - $25.40 per hour, based on experience. Whole Foods Market offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts. New Team Members who complete 90 days of employment may be eligible for a pay increase.
Whole Foods Market is an equal opportunity employer, considering qualifications for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.