Cheese Specialist — Fresh Pairings & Engaging Customer Experience

Tom Thumb Supermarket; Lucas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Associate discounts

Training & development

Health benefits

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Cheese Specialist who enhances the in-store cheese experience through product knowledge, customer interaction, and meticulous display maintenance.

You will cut and prepare cheeses, refresh displays, and ensure freshness while supporting engaging shopping experiences. You will be active in restocking, signage updates, and introducing new items in a fast-moving department.

Qualifications

• Customer interaction and clear communication when assisting with selection.
• Knowledge of cheese varieties, characteristics and pairings, with interest in expanding knowledge.
• Experience handling, cutting, and preparing food products to established standards.
• Accurate rotation, labeling, and presentation of products.
• Strong organization and time management for daily tasks and merchandising upkeep.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and visually consistent displays.
• Monitoring product levels, dates, and placing accurate orders.
• Participation in sampling efforts and seasonal merchandising activities.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices, temperature control, and handling standards.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with cheese selections and provide product knowledge.
• Cut and prepare cheeses with consistent quality and portioning.
• Refresh displays and ensure shelves are full and appealing.
• Monitor rotation and product quality throughout the day.
• Restock, update signage, and introduce new items as needed.

Skills

Customer interaction

Product knowledge

Food preparation

Attention to detail

Time management

Merchandising

Inventory & ordering

Promotions

Food safety

Physical stamina

Job description

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Cheese Specialist who enhances the in-store cheese experience through product knowledge, customer interaction, and meticulous display maintenance.

You will cut and prepare cheeses, refresh displays, and ensure freshness while supporting engaging shopping experiences. You will be active in restocking, signage updates, and introducing new items in a fast-moving department.