What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cheesemonger - May to Sept 2026 position at Bartlett OceanView Farm?
Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm Position Description
Position: Cheesemonger
Department: Market/kitchen
The Cheesemonger position is a seasonal position responsible for both production in the kitchen and maintaining inventory of the cheese product in the market within established Farm policies, strategies, and procedures.
Primary Responsibilities:
Performs any functions necessary, within scope of authority and expertise, to provide the highest level of customer service and responsiveness to the needs of individuals, families, businesses, and organizations served by the Farm.
- Responsible for cutting, wrapping, weighing and accurately labeling cheese for display in the cheese case as well as packaging other bulk items such as olives, nuts, herb salt, etc. Responsible for maintaining a clean work station and must have a familiarity with knives and proper kitchen sanitation.
- Works with receiving department to check in the cheese product and ensure it is properly stored according to temperature and expiration date.
- Must be willing to sample and learn about cheese varieties in order to share information with customers and make product recommendations.
- Create prep lists and determine daily priorities to keep up with demand.
- May be responsible for maintaining and stocking product displays. Ensures products are properly rotated, organized, stocked, labeled and clean.
- Communicates with the Wine & Cheese Manager or Store manager when product is low.
Other Responsibilities:
The above is a description of the ordinary duties of the position. It should be expected that from time to time, other duties both related and unrelated to the above may be assigned, and therefore, required.
Position Requirements:
Must possess strong work ethic, good time management skills and be physically fit and able to stand and lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
Supervisory Scope:
None.