Cheese Buyer- Full-time

Monadnock Food Co-op•Keene, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Monadnock Food Co-op is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Cheese Buyer to manage our outstanding cheese collection and share their passion with our community! This role involves more than just ordering; it's about fostering connections with local creameries, creating appealing displays that spark culinary curiosity, and ensuring our community has access to top-quality, sustainably produced dairy products. If you are a meticulous individual with a love for food, a talent for inventory, and a genuine desire to help people find their new favorite cheese, we have an excellent opportunity for you—apply today!

Requirements

Must be available for Tuesday through Saturday schedule with flexibility for events, inventory and shows
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of current trends in the natural foods industry
Ability to offer cooking and suggesting pairing choices with food and wine
Experience managing inventory
Experience working with industry pricing trends and vendors

Responsibilities

Select, order, receive, wrap, price, and stock cheese
Offer samples and suggestions for purchase and nutrition information to customers
Design and deliver community education series
Organize and carry out product samplings
Order, receive, manage inventory, and stock sub-department items while meeting objectives for sales and customer service

Benefits

20% employee discount- including sale items!
Quarterly and Annual Gainshare depending on store performance
401K – Traditional or Roth or Both! with up to 4% company match and free retirement counselors
Health Insurance- 3 plans including an HSA option eligible at 30 hours/week
Dental Insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Vision Insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Pet Insurance
Short & Long-term disability- company provided at 35 hours per week
$25,000 Life Insurance policy – company provided at 20 hours per week
Generous Paid Time Off- even Part-time!
Employee Assistance Plan
Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Free Staffed Out products, plants and flowers
Staff Appreciation Events throughout the year!
Co-op gear
Paid community outreach hours
Fun at work!