Cheesemonger

Bi-Rite Family of Businesses; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) retirement plan with employer 4

Profit sharing

Paid training, field trips and volunt—

Job summary

Bi-Rite Market on Polk in San Francisco is seeking a Cheesemonger to deliver exceptional guest experiences with cheese expertise and engaging service. The role requires cutting, wrapping, labeling, and maintaining high-quality cheese products, while keeping displays neat and stocked.

The position involves standing for long periods and occasional shifts across multiple market locations. The job emphasizes teamwork, safety, and willingness to learn, with a starting wage of $22.50 per hour and a

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a cheesemonger or cheese specialist required.
• Knowledgeable about cheese regions, varietals, and cheese-making techniques required.
• Demonstrated experience cutting, wrapping, and caring for cheese at high volume.
• ServSafe Certification, California Food Handler card is required within 30 days post-hire.
• Continuous standing and carrying between 11-50+ pounds.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes guests, provides cheese expertise and assistance.
• Creates displays and keeps department neat, labeled and stocked.
• Cares for, cuts, wraps, labels and merchandises cheese; monitors quality from receiving through sale.
• Organizes, stocks and stores cheese inventory with proper rotation and sanitation.
• Keeps work area clean and sanitary; maintains retail displays and equipment.
• Cross-trains with other Market Production roles.

Tools

ServSafe Certification

California Food Handler Card

Job description

Join us inCreating Community Through Food®

The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero, and Polk Street), a world-renowned Creamery, and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!

Hiring staff with a diversity of backgrounds, identities and perspectives makes our company and culture stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm for Creating Community Through Food, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification.

If you’re a people person with a passion for heartfelt service, we invite you to join us on our mission ofCreating Community Through Food®!

GREAT BENEFITS FOR YOU

Our regular staff members working 20+ hours per week enjoy the following comprehensive benefits:

• Medical (after 60 days) if working 30+ hours per week
• Dental and Vision Plans (after 60 days) if working 30+ hours per week
• A healthy meal provided with your scheduled shift
• Friendly, energizing, fun, and results-driven work culture
• Professional development and volunteer opportunities
• Field trips to our farmers, vendors, and suppliers
• Classes at 18 Reasons
• Opportunities to develop and share your passion for food

For Your Self Care

• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Premium pay for working on selected holidays

Benefits are subject to change. Complete benefit descriptions available upon hiring.

• 401(k) Plan with an up to 4% matching contribution
• 401(k) Profit Sharing contributions

OPEN POSITIONS

Position:Cheesemonger

Location: Bi-Rite Market, Polk

2140 Polk Street

Bi-Rite Market on Polk, 2140 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA

Job Id:895

# of Openings:1

Cheesemonger

Starting Wage: $22.50

Bi-Rite Market, 2140 Polk St., San Francisco 94109

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Schedule Requirements: availability all days of the week, 11:00am-7:00pm, additional shifts as needed.

This position will primarily be based out of our Polk St. Market, however they will be required to work at least 2 shifts at our other Market locations throughout the week.

Join us inCreating Community Through Food®!

PERKS

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match (4%) and profit sharing
• Paid training, field trips and volunteerism
• A satisfying meal with your shift
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Free 18 Reasons Cooking Classes

OPPORTUNITY

The Cheesemonger is responsible for creating an inspiring experience for our guests. They give outstanding service by meeting and exceeding our guests’ expectations and providing excellent internal service to the team. Their responsibilities include assisting in the smooth and seamless operations of the business, reaching store goals, upholding product quality and consistency standards, controlling inventory levels and mitigating waste, maintaining equipment and facilities, and safely handling all of our products and equipment. They are part of a cohesive Bi-Rite team that supports the Bi-Rite Missions, Vision, and Community Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Welcomes guests, provides expertise and assistance with cheese. Celebrates and teaches guests and staff cheese product knowledge, including cheese styles, milk types, regionality, and pairings.

Creates beautiful and bountiful displays. Keeps the department displays neat, clean, accurately labeled, and well-stocked.

Cares for, cuts, wraps, labels and merchandising cheese according to cheese style, and selling specification. Monitors cheese quality from receiving through sale. Trains production and other staff on cheese care, cutting, wrapping, labeling, storage, and stocking, including best practices for safety and productivity.

Organizes, stocks, and stores cheese inventory, paying close attention to proper rotation, cheese care, and ,sanitation. Handles perishable items safely, and restocking high-volume products quickly.

Maintains clean and sanitary work area. Cleans and maintains retail displays, back of house refrigerators, and cheese tools/equipment.

Keeps the business running smoothly by keeping the department clean by dusting and sweeping as needed, and maintaining sample displays.

Handles damaged, out-of-date, spoils, and returned products to department standards.

Cross-trains , as needed, with other Market Production Department roles.

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE

• Committed to Bi-Rite's missionCreating Community Through Food ®and values of Lead with Love, Pursue with Passion, and Act with Integrity.
• Genuinely finds interest in learning about and sharing Good Food.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver great internal and external service: identifying what others need, getting it for them and taking the extra steps to ensure they have a positive experience.
• Able to work independently; possesses effective prioritization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and procedures, and accurately completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Approaches new situations and people with openness, curiosity, and humility; treats others with dignity and respect.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Energetic, works with a sense of urgency and adapts to the needs of the business.
• Embraces change and proposes more effective ways of working.
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the role with or without accommodations.
• Ability to communicate in a concise, clear, and productive manner; seeks to understand others through active listening.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with others to complete tasks and achieve shared goals.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Committed to punctuality and exemplary attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

1+ year experience as a cheesemonger or cheese specialist required.

Knowledgeable about cheese regions, varietals, and cheese-making techniques required.

Demonstrated experience cutting, wrapping, and caring for cheese at high volume.

ServSafe Certification, California Food Handler card is required within 30 days post-hire. Bi-Rite provides paid on-site training and certification.

Continuous standing and carrying between 11-50+ pounds.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

ABOUT BI-RITE

The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero and Polk), a world-renowned Creamery and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!

Hiring staff with a diversity of backgrounds, identities and perspectives makes our company and culture stronger. If you share our values and enthusiasm for Creating Community Through Food, we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification.

If you’re a people person with a passion for heartfelt service, we invite you to join us on our mission ofCreating Community Through Food®!

Bi-Rite Management Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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