Cheese Experience Lead

Kroger; Bountiful (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray’s Cheese Shop at Kroger in Utah is seeking a store leader to oversee daily operations in our cheese department. You will drive interactive customer service, staff training, and targeted merchandising to promote designated products while upholding Kroger and Murray’s standards.

Lead a knowledgeable team, execute weekly events, and manage inventory and budgets to increase sales and reduce waste. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: management or food retail experience or a two-year culinary degree.
• Willing to taste cheese daily.
• Supportive of cheese business initiatives.
• Able to inspire, motivate and train staff to complete tasks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong desire to learn and enthusiasm for the product.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the Murray’s Cheese experience through interactive customer service and merchandising.
• Maintain knowledgeable, efficient, friendly staff fully trained in Murray’s operations and products.
• Ensure Kroger and Murray’s policies and procedures are followed at all times.
• Ensure staff adheres to Food Safety, HACCP and sanitation procedures.
• Place orders and maintain inventory.
• Set up weekly in-store selling events.
• Contribute to store goals for increasing sales and improving profit.
• Control shrink and waste by following Best Practices.
• Control labor expenses through scheduling.
• Meet and/or exceed budgetary goals for the Murray’s Cheese Shop.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; conduct performance reviews and provide feedback.
• Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Job description

Murray’s Cheese Shop at Kroger in Utah is seeking a store leader to oversee daily operations in our cheese department. You will drive interactive customer service, staff training, and targeted merchandising to promote designated products while upholding Kroger and Murray’s standards.

Lead a knowledgeable team, execute weekly events, and manage inventory and budgets to increase sales and reduce waste. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.