At Whole Foods Market, we believe that a career goes beyond just a job-it's about fostering personal growth and making a meaningful impact. Our mission is to nourish both people and the planet. This includes initiatives like improving food access, funding school gardens, and alleviating poverty worldwide. By joining us, you play a crucial role in driving positive change in your community and beyond. We are more than just a grocery store; we are agents of transformation. Together, we can continue to elevate the grocery industry's standards.
The Sanitation Crew Member is responsible for upholding cleanliness and safety standards throughout the store, including on the sales floor, in seating areas, restrooms, and back offices. Every team member is expected to ensure a positive representation of our company by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and fellow team members. Adhering to our standard operating procedures and health regulations is essential in this role.
Key Responsibilities: - Deliver exceptional maintenance services throughout the store.
- Complete daily and weekly maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Assist various teams in cleaning projects as needed.
- Perform minor repairs and store improvements.
- Contribute to ordering supplies necessary for store maintenance.
- Respond to and manage cleaning emergencies.
- Help maintain the aesthetics of the store's landscaping and parking areas.
- Engage in continuous cleaning across all store departments.
- Arrive on time, appropriately groomed and ready for work; fulfill scheduled shifts and engage in required trainings and meetings.
- Proactively report safety hazards and violations.
- Complete additional duties as assigned by store or regional management.
Skills: - Ability to handle challenging tasks with a positive mindset.
- Strong commitment to the store's overall appearance and cleanliness.
- Familiarity with Whole Foods Market culture, quality standards, core values, and products.
- Passion for maintaining cleanliness and order.
- Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate with team members.
- Capacity to follow instructions and established procedures effectively.
- Ability to maintain professionalism in interactions with customers, team members, and vendors.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- A solid work ethic and capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding and alignment with Whole Foods Market's quality goals.
Experience: - No prior retail experience is necessary.
Physical Requirements: - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Standing and walking for 6-8 hours during an 8-hour work day.
- Hand functions: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
- Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching movements.
- Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.
- Ability to work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Capability to work in wet and cold environments.
- Flexible availability for nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Experience using tools and equipment, including box cutters and electric pallet jacks.
Note: This description provides a general overview of key responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Duties may vary based on business needs and other factors. A thorough demonstration of successful performance in this role is expected before consideration for promotion. Advancement opportunity depends on business necessity and qualifications.
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $21.20 hourly, based on experience. Whole Foods Market offers comprehensive benefits that may include health insurance, retirement plans, store discounts, paid time off, and other programs. Eligibility for these benefits is determined upon hire. New team members may also qualify for a base rate increase following successful completion of 90 days of employment.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We focus on hiring and promoting individuals based on their qualifications and business needs. We encourage all applicants to apply directly through our company website for the most accurate job postings.