Cheesemonger: Expert Cheese Guide & Customer Advocate

Meijer Inc.; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Team member discount

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Cheesemonger to educate customers about cheese, provide exceptional service, and maintain attractive cheese displays. You will handle cheese cutting, wrapping, labeling, and stock rotation while ensuring product safety and freshness.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 2+ years in retail, preferably with cheese, plus a passion for cheese varieties and pairing. The role requires standing for long periods and physical handling of products.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of retail experience, preferably with cheese.
• Culinary/cheese knowledge or continued cheese education is a plus.
• Knowledge and passion for cheese varieties, pairing, and origins.

Responsibilities

• Extensive knowledge of Natural Cheeses and proper handling during cutting and wrapping.
• Inform customers about product attributes and usage, and advise on cross-department purchases.
• Receive, inspect, and manage supplier shipments, watch for short life or damaged goods.
• Operate scales, knives, cheese wires, wrappers, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Maintain cleanliness of all work areas and display cases; ensure attractive presentation.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Cheese knowledge

Merchandising

People skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Cheesemonger to educate customers about cheese, provide exceptional service, and maintain attractive cheese displays. You will handle cheese cutting, wrapping, labeling, and stock rotation while ensuring product safety and freshness.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 2+ years in retail, preferably with cheese, plus a passion for cheese varieties and pairing. The role requires standing for long periods and physical handling of products.