Gourmet Cheese Manager

Gourmet Cheese Department Manager Function :

Direct and Manage all functions & activities of the Cheese Department to achieve exceptional service and performance in the attainment of sales & profit goals.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Welcomes customers by determining their cheese interests and needs Maintain knowledge of all products sold in the department Educates customers by presenting and explaining the types of cheeses; answering questions. Cut cheeses to customer's preference Weigh, wrap, code and price products accurately Maintain inventories, replenish shelves, check for out-of-code items and rotate product Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following organization standards and sanitation regulations. Prepare party trays and arrange foods according to established guidelines Maintain a regular cleaning and sanitation program Good mathematic skills to operate scales & computers and to coordinate dates for inventory rotation. Supervises and provides in depth training for department personnel. Insures that company policies and philosophies are followed and understood by staff Achieves department sales and profitability goals. Prepare employee work schedules, and ensure adequate labor coverage at all times. Assist Store Manager with interviewing job applicants to the department and recommend for hire Evaluates job performance of subordinates and recommend for raises, promotions or terminations

Physical Demands/Additional Qualifications:

Stand on feet, bend, stoop or walk for the majority of the time on duty. Work in freezer and/or cooler for short periods of time Work safely around machines and knives. Lift, push, and/or pull items up to 50 pounds. Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to wear company-provided uniform, and maintain a clean and groomed appearance.

FT Benefits:

Medical / Vision / Rx Dental 401K Paid Vacation / Holidays Company paid Life Insurance Company paid Short / Long Term Disability Voluntary Benefits Available Employee discount