Specialty Team Member; Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate - Part Time

Specialty Team Member (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate) – Part Time

Join as a part‑time team member supporting the Specialty department at Whole Foods Market.

$17.00/hr – $25.40/hr

• Surprise and delight customers with consistent and delicious food.
• Engage in positive and proactive selling.
• Maintain fresh and appealing displays by keeping cases and shelves clean and well‑stocked.
• Check product to ensure it meets Whole Foods Market quality standards.
• Monitor spoilage and supply waste to minimize impact on departmental expenses.
• Assist with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean, and appealing.
• Maintain back stock in good order.
• Access information about market conditions and communicate to customers.
• Ensure temperature, sanitation, and sweep logs are completed.
• Arrive to workstation on time, adequately groomed, dressed, and ready; work all scheduled shifts and attend required training and meetings.
• Provide excellent customer service, address needs of customers promptly and courteously, and model suggestive selling techniques.
• Maximize sales potential through proper procedures for prep, storage, rotation, stocking, and merchandising.
• Follow or ensure compliance with established procedures, including Weights & Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintain equipment per Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards.
• Perform opening, mid‑shift, 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.

• Basic knowledge of products carried in the department.
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
• Ability to sell proactively.
• Working understanding of the Specialty department, team, and Whole Foods Market quality goals.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear, respectful manner to team members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• 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 Whole Foods Market quality goals.

• No prior retail experience required.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk 6–8 hours during an 8‑hour shift.
• Use handgrasp for fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Perform bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching motions.
• Exposure to FDA‑approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures ranging from 90°F.
• Work in a wet and cold environment.
• Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Use tools and equipment such as box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
• Where applicable, complete TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures by Servers of Alcohol) course and be 18 years or older for alcohol service.

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not intended as an exhaustive list. Duties and requirements may evolve with progressive responsibility and business needs. Successful performance in the current position is required before promotion consideration.

The wage range is $17.00–$25.40 hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers a "Whole Benefits" package, which may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, store discount eligibility, paid time off, and other benefit programs. Eligibility is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Foods Market benefits plan at the date of hire.

We provide a fair and equal employment opportunity 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. Strong emphasis on qualifications and business needs. We recommend applying via our site. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent.