Cheese Specialist Apprentice

Lunds & Byerlys • Minneapolis, MN

1d • $22

About The Position

The Cheese Specialist Apprentice Program takes place over 3 months. During this time, the apprentice will work with three different Cheese Specialists learning all aspects of cheese. The program is tailored to the individual, whether you have five years of cheese experience, or just a passion for cheese, through this program the apprentice will learn all they need to run their own cheese counter! In addition, our cheese counters act as a destination for event planning and food pairing professional suggestions. You will gain expertise in creative merchandising, global product offerings, as well as creating a sensational shopping experience for our customers. You will also have the opportunity to work with local vendors, represent our company at community events, and continue your education and training in the area of cheese.
This is a full-time, 40 hour a week opportunity. The first training location will be our Chanhassen location. Following the first 30-days your schedule will be subject to our standard availability and scheduling policies consistent with the training store in which you are shadowing, which includes Monday-Sunday scheduling. Schedules are provided two weeks in advance. Once you have completed the 3 months of training you will be placed in a location with the position need, this location will be one of our locations in the Twin Cities Metro.

This position's location is to be determined.
Lunds & Byerlys is currently hiring for a vibrant and outgoing full-time Cheese Specialist Apprentice to create a sensational shopping experience for our customers! This position works a full-time schedule and earns a competitive wage of $21.50.
We operate 7 days/week and are open from 6:00am-10:00pm. For this position the employee would be scheduled a range of shifts between 9:00am-6:00pm.

Requirements

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• One (1) years' experience in food service preferred
• Computer Skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, facility ordering software)
• Team player - steps in to assist when and where as needed
• Respectful - empathetic and appreciative of our customers and team
• Innovative - implements trending and forward-thinking retail solutions
• Hospitable - provides a friendly face and welcoming environment

Responsibilities

• Greeting customers and assisting them with their specialty cheese purchases
• Learning how to educate customers on specialty cheeses
• Learning how to manage cheese inventory
• Learning how to create enticing product displays and sampling assortments
• Evaluating and ensuring product quality and selection
• Collaborating with other departments on marketing and demonstration ideas
• Maintaining cleanliness of the department

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• PTO (paid time off)
• Pay on demand
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships
• 10% employee and family discount
• Profit sharing and a 401(k) option
• Ongoing trainings and leadership development opportunities
• Community and volunteer programs
• Employee referral bonus
• Product samplings
• Chance to be nominated as a brand champion!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED