Culinary Expert

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Culinary Expert - Cold Food Specialist to join our team at Whole Foods Market. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and maintaining high-quality cold food items in our stores.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Prepare food items for the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars according to production sheets.
  
• Prepares food items according to recipe to ensure quality and consistency.
  
• Ensure that all prepared items are labeled, dated, covered, monitored for quality and freshness, and rotated.
  
• Monitor food levels and replenish in a timely manner.
  
• Arrive on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; work all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetings.
  
• Provide excellent customer service, address needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and model suggestive selling techniques.
  
• Maximize sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product.
  
• Follow and comply with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.
  
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintain equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards.
  
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensure accuracy of signs and pricing.
  
• Report safety hazards and violations immediately.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.
  

Requirements and Qualifications:

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• Thorough product knowledge.
  
• Ability to follow a recipe.
  
• Good understanding of food production and fundamental cooking techniques.
  
• Good basic math skills.
  
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
  
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
  
• 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 and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
  
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.
  

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

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• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
  
• In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
  
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
  
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
  
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
  
• Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions.
  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
  
• May require use of ladders.
  

About Us

Whole Foods Market is a leader in the retail industry, offering a wide range of high-quality natural and organic products. Our company values include providing exceptional customer service, promoting healthy living, and supporting local communities.

Salary Range: $15.50-$22.35 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
  
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
  
• Discounts on Whole Foods Market products.
  
• Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  
• Generous paid time off policy.
  

Location: [Insert Location]

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please note that we are not able to sponsor visas at this time. If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your resume and cover letter through our website.