Cheesemonger

Harmons•Taylorsville, UT

About The Position

The Cheesemonger sells specialty cheese products while providing remarkable customer service. This role maintains product quality, freshness, assortment, and inventory levels in the specialty cheese department, and actively markets and promotes products. The Cheesemonger prepares, packages, and stocks products; assists customers with selections and special orders; and helps maintain a clean, sanitized, well-presented department.

Requirements

Current Food Handler’s Permit.
Enjoy working with and handling a variety of cheese products.
Passion for cooking with and eating cheese products.
Ability and willingness to learn about cheese, pairings, and cooking techniques.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
Strong organization and planning skills.
Solid verbal and listening skills to communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.
Ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for individual and team success.
Integrity, a positive attitude, a mission-driven and self-directed approach, and a demonstrated commitment to Harmons’ mission and collaborative work.
Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
One year of restaurant or cheese experience.

Responsibilities

Follow established departmental and store policies and procedures.
Ensure the quality and freshness of products and services provided by the specialty cheese department.
Clean and sanitize the department daily and maintain company appearance standards.
Maintain appropriate product assortment and inventory levels.
Confirm pricing accuracy and product signage, with particular attention to advertised items.
Deliver excellent customer service.
Cut, wrap, shred, and package cheeses for presentation and sale.
Sample and sell cheeses and related products to customers.
Make fresh mozzarella, parmesan crisps, and other production items.
Stock and set up the olive bar and oil station.
Slice meats and cheeses to order, suggest products, and assist with special orders.
Assist as needed to support the success of the specialty cheese department.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.