Cheese Specialist: Fresh Displays, Pairings & Expert Guidance

Albertsons Companies, Inc.; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Associate discounts

Training & development

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in The Dalles is seeking a Cheese Specialist to guide customers through cheese selections, provide product knowledge, and maintain a fresh, inviting epicurean department.

You will cut and prepare cheeses, refresh displays, rotate stock, and support seasonal merchandising while staying active in a fast‑moving environment. This role emphasizes customer interaction, food safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Customer interaction: clear communication when presenting product info and helping selection
• Cheese knowledge: varieties, characteristics, and pairings; willingness to expand knowledge
• Food preparation: handling, cutting, and preparing foods to standards
• Attention to detail: accurate cutting, labeling, rotation, and presentation
• Organization & time management: manage daily tasks, inventory, merchandising upkeep
• Merchandising: maintain clean, organized, visually consistent displays
• Inventory & ordering: monitor levels, manage dates, place accurate orders
• Promotional awareness: participate in sampling, featured items, seasonal merchandising
• Food safety: sanitation practices, temperature control, handling standards

Responsibilities

• Cut and prepare cheeses with consistency and care.
• Refresh displays to stay full, fresh, and visually appealing.
• Monitor product rotation and maintain quality throughout the day.
• Assist with restocking and updating signage as needed.
• Support new item introductions and seasonal merchandising activities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and sanitation practices.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Product Knowledge

Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Organization & Time Mgmt

Merchandising Awareness

Inventory & Ordering

Promotional Awareness

Food Safety & Compliance

Physical Capability

Job description

Albertsons Companies in The Dalles is seeking a Cheese Specialist to guide customers through cheese selections, provide product knowledge, and maintain a fresh, inviting epicurean department.

You will cut and prepare cheeses, refresh displays, rotate stock, and support seasonal merchandising while staying active in a fast‑moving environment. This role emphasizes customer interaction, food safety, and teamwork.