Part-Time Cheese Monger & Tasting Concierge

Sanilac Creamery; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discounts on cheese

Competitive pay with tip pool

PTO accrual starting day one

Inclusive Michigan food-scene culture

Job summary

Sanilac Creamery is seeking a Retail Cheese Monger in Ann Arbor, MI to guide guests through our cheese selections, prepare tastings, and maintain an inviting shop. The role blends hospitality, cheese knowledge, and merchandising in a busy retail setting.

You’ll interact with guests, cut and wrap cheese, serve samples, and help with events and loyalty programs. Training is provided, and the job offers competitive pay with pooled tips and PTO starting day one.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for cheese, food, and great service.
• Experience as a cheesemonger, barista, or deli associate is a plus — but we’ll train the right person.
• Comfortable engaging with guests in a busy retail setting.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• ServSafe or equivalent food handler certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, attentive service to every guest — answer questions, offer samples, and help customers discover cheeses they’ll love
• Cut, wrap, and label cheese accurately, following food safety and presentation standards
• Prepare and serve simple cheese plates, spreads, and gelato cups for in-store guests
• Keep displays stocked and visually appealing; rotate products and maintain proper temperatures
• Operate the POS system, handle cash and credit transactions, and support loyalty program signups
• Assist with special events such as tastings, tailgates, and cheese guild meet-ups
• Follow food safety procedures (HACCP/SSOP), maintain sanitation practices, and complete cleaning logs
• Learn about our products — from milk sources to affinage — and share that story with guests

Skills

Cheese enthusiasm

Customer service

Guest engagement

Reliability

Food safety

Physical stamina

Job description

Sanilac Creamery is seeking a Retail Cheese Monger in Ann Arbor, MI to guide guests through our cheese selections, prepare tastings, and maintain an inviting shop. The role blends hospitality, cheese knowledge, and merchandising in a busy retail setting.

You’ll interact with guests, cut and wrap cheese, serve samples, and help with events and loyalty programs. Training is provided, and the job offers competitive pay with pooled tips and PTO starting day one.