Overnight Grocery Team Member (Stocker, Inventory, Receiving) – Full Time-Whole Foods Market

Job Description

Job Title: Overnight Grocery Team Member (Stocker, Inventory, Receiving) – Full Time

Company: Whole Foods Market

Location: Detroit, MI

Pay:

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Job description:

Provides overnight support for the designated team, which includes receiving and preparing products, as well as maintaining the sales floor, displays, and back stock in alignment with company standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail positions require team members to uphold a positive company image by delivering courteous, friendly, and efficient service to both customers and fellow team members at all times. Responsibilities must be executed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Furthermore, team members should be prepared to perform the essential duties outlined in other team member job descriptions. All positions are expected to actively support Whole Foods Market’s core values and objectives, promote national, regional, and store-specific programs and initiatives, and adhere to all applicable health and safety regulations, including food safety and regulatory duties relevant to the department.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure products meet Whole Foods Market quality standards through thorough checks.
• Accurately sort and scan waste.
• Maintain production standards across the department.
• Stock and clean shelves, bins, and food preparation areas consistently.
• Organize and maintain back stock effectively.
• Process DC and UNFI invoices for products delivered outside regular store receiving hours.
• Check in products properly and report discrepancies to team leadership.
• Move products from the receiving area to the sales floor or appropriate back stock locations.
• Assist in receiving and sorting overnight deliveries for other teams.
• Arrive at the workstation punctually, well-groomed, dressed appropriately, and prepared for work; fulfill all scheduled shifts and participate in required training sessions and meetings.
• Provide unparalleled customer service by addressing customer needs promptly and effectively while modeling suggestive selling techniques; respond to phones and pages in a courteous and timely manner.
• Maximize sales potential through effective procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising products.
• Ensure compliance with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation protocols, and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; uphold equipment standards in accordance with Whole Foods Market’s cleanliness and safety guidelines.
• Execute opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensure the accuracy of signage and pricing.
• Promptly report safety hazards and violations.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership.

Job Skills:

• Ability to acquire a basic knowledge of all products offered in the department.
• Capacity to visually assess products for quality and freshness.
• Proficiency in basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Strong to excellent communication skills with a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to convey information clearly and respectfully to team members, customers, and vendors.
• Capability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Competence in following directions and procedures, complemented by effective time management and organizational skills.
• A passion for natural foods and the Whole Foods Market mission.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a sense of urgency.

Experience:

• No prior retail experience required.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• In an 8-hour workday, standing and walking for 6-8 hours.
• Hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Work involves bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, including freezing (32°F), cool (32-40°F), and warm (90°F).
• Ability to work in both wet and dry conditions.
• Flexibility in scheduling, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Proficiency in using tools and equipment such as knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• May require the use of ladders.

Note: This document serves as a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not exhaustive. It does not encompass all job duties or requirements for every role. Responsibilities may evolve as one advances through job levels, and additional duties from lower levels may be applicable at higher levels. Duties and assignments may vary based on business conditions, departmental needs, and geographic location. Successful performance in the current position is required before consideration for promotion. Additionally, a business need for promotion must be established, and the candidate must be deemed the most qualified for the new position. Completion of specific milestones, such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in the current role, or developing necessary skills, does not guarantee promotion.

New entry-level team members who complete their first 90 days of employment successfully and remain actively employed in an eligible position may qualify for a base rate increase thereafter.

At Whole Foods Market, we are committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities for all team members and 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. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications and business needs.

Whole Foods Market collaborates with job platforms such as Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities within our company. We advise candidates to apply directly through our official site, as information from other career sites may not be accurate or up-to-date and could potentially be fraudulent.

Job Posting Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2024 08:54:05 GMT

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