Cheese Specialist Apprentice
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. Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen 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. In addition to competitive pay and our exceptional culture, we offer this customer service position the following benefits and perks: 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!
Requirements
- 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
- Highschool diploma or equivalent
- Computer Skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, facility ordering software)
- Are you trustworthy?
- Do you present yourself in a professional manner?
- Are you a team player?
- Do you have effective communication skills, both verbal and written?
- Do you thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment?
- If you have the desire and ability to create meaningful and memorable moments for our customers, give us the chance to review your information.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) years' experience in food service preferred
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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
