Cashier's Assistant (front End Service & Bagger) - Part Time

Whole Foods Market Retail Job

Assists customers and cashiers during the checkout process. Bags groceries, retrieves carts, and may act in the capacity of a Cashier and its functions. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support WFM core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.

Job Responsibilities

Bags groceries

Retrieves carts and baskets

Cleans, sweeps, mops, stocks products, and helps ensure overall maintenance of the department

May operate cash register equipment (not all Cashier's Assistants will have cash handling responsibility)

Assists supervisor in controlling customer flow and backed up lines – helping reduce customer waiting time

Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings

Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques; answers phones and pages promptly and courteously

Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product

Follows and complies, or ensures compliance, with established procedures, including Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices

Maintains, or ensures maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintains equipment in accordance with WFM cleanliness and safety standards

Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing

Immediately reports safety hazards and violations

Performs other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership

Job Skills

Demonstrates patience in dealing with customers and Team Members

Meets all customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, Team Members, and vendors

Working understanding and application of all merchandising expectations within the department and a specific focus on attention to detail

Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team

Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable 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

Strong attention to detail

Experience

No prior retail experience required

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

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: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit

Ability to work in a wet and cold environment

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.

The wage range for this position is $16.00-$25.40 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person's date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site.

Whole Foods Market is looking at applications on an ongoing basis. At Whole Foods Market, 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. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs. Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.