Cheese Clerk/ Cutter - Amagansett IGA

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

· Maintain 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:

· Weekdays, weekends & holidays as needed.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $20