Cheese Specialist

Meijer•Cranberry, PA

5d•$16 - $25

About The Position

If you’re someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real affordable prices across the Midwest. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an environment, that helps shoppers naturally, intuitively, and enjoyably find real, honest, affordable goodness to meet them wherever they are on their wellness journey, we’d like to hear from you. Join us to begin YOUR journey and be a part of the Fresh Thyme Market Team! Fresh Thyme Rewards Weekly pay Scheduling flexibility Paid parental leave Team member discount Career growth opportunities As a Cheesemonger, you will support our pillars of quality and experience by being the in-store expert assisting and educating our customers regarding the Cheese Shoppe. You will deliver remarkable customer service by providing exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly attitude.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Possess a high level of customer service.
2+ years of retail experience, preferably working with cheese.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, and twist while handling product.

Nice To Haves

Culinary/cheese knowledge or continued cheese/culinary education a plus.
Knowledge and passion for specialization of cheese, such as brands, varieties, pairing, textures, origins, tastes, etc. preferred.
Advanced merchandising and product recommendation skills.
Ability to quickly build rapport and gain customer confidence to create repeat business.

Responsibilities

Extensive knowledge of Natural Cheeses; including proper handling of products during cutting and wrapping, labelling, product rotation and stocking the cases following the established schematics and watching for outdated, close dated or spoiled items
Offers positive information to customers regarding product attributes, uses, serving suggestions, selling or influencing cross-departmental purchases
Completes orders with suppliers, receives and inspects for accuracy of shipment, watches for short life or damaged goods, inspects temperature of shipments
Requires operating and using equipment such as scales, knives, cheese wires, wrappers, pallet jacks and hand trucks
Ensures cleanliness of all work areas, storage areas, display cases
Walks the cases frequently to ensure organized and attractive presentation, proper scale tags and case signage
Must be familiar with Health Department standards and guidelines regarding food handling
Manages the department schedule, training, hiring, coaching and completing competitive shops