Overnight Associate
Position in Osage City, KS
Role Essentials
- Pay: $17-$21/Hour (approx. $40k/Year)
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Retail Grocery space in Osage City.
- Position: Overnight Associate (Flexible/Contract, Osage City)
- Benefits: This role offers competitive pay.
- Career Level: Trainee.
- Company: Whole Foods Market
- Location: Osage City, KS
- Posted: Recently.
- This Osage City-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Whole Foods Market team in Osage City, KS is growing.
- Benefit from working in Osage City, a key hub for the Retail Grocery industry.
Reset the Store for Natural Freshness
About Whole Foods Market
We are the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer. Our mission is to nourish people and the planet by offering the highest quality products available. The Overnight Associate is the silent force that guarantees our aisles are perfectly stocked, faced, and ready for our early morning shoppers. When you embark on an entry-level career in retail jobs with Whole Foods Market, you are joining a purpose-driven team dedicated to health, wellness, and operational excellence.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking detail-oriented, energetic individuals to join our overnight operations team. As an Overnight Associate, you will be responsible for unloading freight, meticulously organizing organic grocery displays, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety standards. You will serve as a foundational team member, delivering the signature neatness that sets us apart in the grocery industry. This role operates entirely during the night, offering a premium shift differential to reward your off-hours commitment.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Organic Merchandising: Unload and pack out deliveries of natural and organic products, ensuring strict separation protocols are followed to prevent cross-contamination.
- Visual Excellence: Execute continuous shelf recovery, perfectly facing products forward to create a visually stunning "wall of color" for our shoppers.
- Inventory Rotation: Check expiration dates religiously across all dry grocery and wellness categories, removing items that do not meet our rigorous freshness standards.
- Backroom Organization: Organize reserve inventory in the backroom, safely maneuvering pallet jacks and managing cardboard waste.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
Your hard work and late hours are met with exceptional rewards:
- Salary: Competitive starting pay of $17.50 to $21.00 per hour, including an automatic overnight shift differential.
- Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy a generous 20% team member discount on all in-store purchases to support your healthy lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Access to continuous learning programs and clear pathways to shift leadership and merchandising roles.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages available for eligible team members.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age upon application.
- No prior grocery or logistics experience is required—we provide complete training on our natural product standards.
- Must possess extreme schedule flexibility for overnight hours and a highly reliable work ethic.
- Ability to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods, bend frequently, and lift up to 50 pounds safely.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Associate position pay at Whole Foods Market?
This role offers a pay range of $17 - $21. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Osage City.
Where is this Associate job located?
This position is based in Osage City, KS. Whole Foods Market has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Osage City.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Associate job?
No prior experience is required. Whole Foods Market provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at Whole Foods Market in Osage City typically run from approximately 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, though exact times may vary by facility. Night shift roles often come with shift differential pay on top of the base rate.
What benefits does Whole Foods Market offer for this position?
Whole Foods Market provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Is there extra pay for overnight or weekend shifts?
Yes, Whole Foods Market offers shift differential premiums added directly to your base hourly rate for overnight and certain weekend shifts, significantly boosting your total compensation.
