Amagansett IGA Cheese Specialist

Position Overview:

As a Cheese Monger you are the specialist and responsible for the selection, care and sales of cheeses within a grocery retail environment.  You are responsible for providing knowledge to customers on various types of cheeses including their flavors, textures, origins and production methods.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing excellent customer service when customers are choosing cheeses based on their preferences, offering recommendations and providing information about the cheese selection available
• Proper handling and storage of cheeses are crucial to maintaining the quality – ensuring they are stored at the correct temperatures and humidity.
• Cutting and packaging the cheeses based on customer requests/selection
• Staying informed about the latest trends in the cheese industry, new arrivals and unique offerings
• Knowledgeable in pairing cheeses with complementary foods and beverages such as wines, crackers, fruits etc.
• Educating customers about the origins, production processes and characteristics of different cheese
• Conducting tastings or offering educational sessions to enhance the customers experience and appreciate for cheese
• Driving sales by actively engaging with customers, promoting featured cheese, and upselling complementary products
• Answer customer inquiries and address any concerns or issues related to department – communicating accordingly to leadership
•  A safe, happy, full, fresh and clean department
• Maintain sales floor, preparation, equipment and storage areas that are clean, orderly and meeting company and health department standards at all times
• Remove products that do not meet store quality standards and dispose of according to store policies
• Communicate effectively with management regarding inventory levels, sales and any issues within cheese department
• Ensure accurate pricing and labeling of all items and update/change price tags as needed
• Adhere to all company safety standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Environment:

• Grocery – approx. 50F – 90F
• Perishable – approx. 26F -  60F

Schedule:

• Part time 25 hours a week.
• Must have a flexible schedule to work weekends evenings and holidays 

Experience:

• Preferred:  One (1) years cheese experience/knowledge

Skills:

• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment – getting on and off equipment throughout shift
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
• Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives
• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift