Categories : Retail, Customer Service, Food Service

Cheese Shop/Clerk at Kroger

The Cheese Shop/Clerk position at Kroger is an essential role in our specialty cheese department, where you will provide exceptional customer service while managing a diverse selection of premium cheeses, artisanal products, and related gourmet items. As a key team member in our grocery stores, you will assist customers in selecting the perfect cheeses for their needs, offer tastings, and provide expert recommendations on pairings, origins, and storage tips to enhance their shopping experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to understand their preferences and suggest cheeses, charcuterie, and accompaniments.
• Maintain an immaculate cheese display, ensuring products are rotated, labeled accurately, and presented attractively.
• Handle slicing, weighing, and packaging of cheeses using specialized equipment while adhering to food safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, restock shelves, and assist with ordering to keep the department fully stocked.
• Upsell complementary products like crackers, wines, and preserves to drive sales and customer satisfaction.

Skills and Qualifications

Ideal candidates possess a passion for food, particularly cheese, and strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of cheese varieties, from soft bries to aged cheddars, is highly valued. You must be able to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights (up to 50 lbs), and work in a fast-paced retail environment. Food handling certification or willingness to obtain one is required. Kroger provides comprehensive training to ensure success in this rewarding role.

Work Environment and Benefits

Join a supportive team in a bustling grocery setting with opportunities for growth into department leadership. Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Kroger values diversity and offers a dynamic workplace focused on employee development and community impact. This position contributes to creating memorable shopping experiences for our loyal customers across our nationwide stores.