Gourmet Cheese Department Lead

St. Michaels Market; Saint Michaels (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

St. Michaels Market on Maryland's Eastern Shore is seeking an experienced Gourmet Cheese Manager to lead our premier cheese department. You will curate artisan and imported cheeses, build engaging displays, and create unforgettable shopping experiences.

You’ll manage inventory, vendor relations, and product rotations, while coaching a team and shaping a destination for cheese lovers. If you love sourcing unique products and delighting customers, we'd love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a gourmet cheese/deli/specialty foods department.
• Passion for artisan cheese and specialty foods.
• Strong merchandising and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, ordering, margins, and shrink.
• Leadership and coaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Gourmet Cheese & Specialty Foods Department.
• Curate and grow artisan and imported cheeses, charcuterie, crackers, spreads, specialty foods, and accompaniments.
• Research, source, and introduce new products that fit our customers and elevate the department.
• Manage all ordering, inventory levels, product rotation, and shrink.
• Build relationships with vendors and negotiate the best assortment and value.
• Design eye-catching displays that inspire customers and maximize sales.
• Assist customers with cheese selections, pairings, entertaining ideas, and custom charcuterie recommendations.
• Ensure outstanding food safety, sanitation, and merchandising standards.
• Analyze sales trends and make data-driven decisions to continuously improve the department.

Skills

People management

Merchandising

Vendor relationships

Product sourcing

Customer service

Tools

POS systems

Job description

St. Michaels Market on Maryland's Eastern Shore is seeking an experienced Gourmet Cheese Manager to lead our premier cheese department. You will curate artisan and imported cheeses, build engaging displays, and create unforgettable shopping experiences.

You’ll manage inventory, vendor relations, and product rotations, while coaching a team and shaping a destination for cheese lovers. If you love sourcing unique products and delighting customers, we'd love to meet you.