Cheesemonger - Douglas - Retail part time

Sheridans Cheesemongers Ltd.; Cork; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Career progression

Staff discount

Job summary

Sheridans Cheesemongers Ltd. in Douglas is hiring a part-time Cheesemonger for 8–16 hours per week. No prior cheesemongering experience is required, just a passion for food, great conversation, and a willingness to learn.

We offer full in-house training, exposure to Irish and European artisan foods, and real opportunities for career progression within the company. A great staff discount on Sheridans products is also included.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or food experience is helpful but not essential.
• Strong interest in artisan food, cheese, and local producers.
• Friendly, confident communication and listening skills.
• Positive, outgoing personality.
• Ability to stay organised and calm in a busy environment.
• Good attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and happy working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and deliver excellent service in a lively retail setting.
• Share knowledge about Irish and European artisan cheeses, foods, and producers.
• Recommend flavours, pairings, and products with confidence.
• Care for cheese to present and sell it at its best.
• Maintain attractive product displays and signage throughout the day.
• Receive deliveries and organise stock correctly.
• Support stock rotation and reduce waste.
• Maintain food safety standards, HACCP records, and allergen awareness.
• Keep counters, fridges, and storage areas clean and well organised.
• Assist with seasonal displays, including hampers.

Skills

Friendly communication

Listening skills

Team player

Organised

Job description

Cheesemonger - Douglas part time

Love cheese? Love people? Love great food stories?

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same, talking to customers, tasting exceptional food, and learning about artisan producers - this could be the perfect fit.

We're looking for a Cheesemonger to join our Douglas location on an 8-16 hour per week contract. No previous cheesemongering experience is needed - just a genuine passion for food, great conversation, and a willingness to learn.

At Sheridans Cheesemongers, we believe selling cheese is about much more than serving at a counter. It's about connecting people with the producers behind the food, sharing stories, recommending pairings, and creating memorable customer experiences.

You'll receive full in-house training, gain hands‑on experience with Irish and European artisan food, and have real opportunities for career progression within the company.

And yes, there's also a great staff discount on Sheridans products.

What You'll Be Doing

• Welcoming customers and delivering exceptional service in a lively retail environment
• Sharing knowledge about Irish and European artisan cheeses, foods, and producers
• Recommending flavours, pairings, and products with confidence
• Caring for cheese to ensure it is presented and sold at its very best
• Maintaining attractive product displays and signage throughout the day
• Receiving deliveries and organising stock correctly
• Supporting stock rotation and reducing waste
• Maintaining food safety standards, HACCP records, and allergen awareness
• Keeping counters, fridges, and storage areas clean and well organised
• Assisting with seasonal displays, including hampers

What We're Looking For

• Previous retail or food experience is helpful, but not essential
• A strong interest in artisan food, cheese, and local producers
• Friendly, confident communication and listening skills
• A positive, outgoing personality
• Ability to stay organised and calm in a busy environment
• Good attention to detail
• Self-motivated and happy working as part of a team

Rates of Pay

• 16 years €10.00
• 17 years €10.00
• 18 years €11.40
• 19 years €12.80
• 20 years €14.25