Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment)
Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: Glenwood Springs
Posted on: March 15, 2023
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Job Description:
Orders, replenishes and merchandises prepared foods products and
participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions.
Monitors inventory control and replenishes product. Assists in
organizing and developing promotional displays and maintaining OTS
standards. 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.ResponsibilitiesPurchases and
replenishes food for preparation through proper buying
procedures.Monitors and acts upon open PO reports for both
purchases and credits in an accurate and timely manner.Controls
spoilage and shrink, achieves turn goals, participates in
inventory.Completes spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep
worksheets as required.Assists with counter service and cooks as
scheduled or as necessary.Communicates with Kitchen Manager / Chef
and Team Leader on ordering needs and issues.Maintains positive
working relationship with vendors.Works with Team Leader or
Assistant Team Leader(s) to cost recipes.Oversees customer special
order procedure.Supports leadership in conducting
inventories.Maintains financial profitability by meeting and
exceeding purchasing and sales targets.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.Knowledge, Skills, &
AbilitiesExtensive product knowledge, including production,
distribution, seasonal availability, advances, and trends.Ability
to create and negotiate price bids.Familiarity and/or willingness
to learn about products, nutritional information, and other areas
of study.Working knowledge and application of all Prepared Foods
merchandising expectations.Complete understanding of WFM margin
program and profitability.Ability to educate team on product
knowledge and convey enthusiasm.Strong basic math skills.Knowledge
and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel,
Outlook, and ordering systems.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.Desired Work Experiences1+ years of
Buying/MerchandisingPhysical Requirements / Working ConditionsMust
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.Note: 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
$16.50 - $29.20 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.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.
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