Job Description:
Cheesemonger, Saxelby Cheesemongers
Part Time (16 hours)
Saxelby Cheesemongers is New York City’s first shop dedicated to 100% American artisan cheese. For over 15 years, Saxelby has been providing the best American artisan and farmstead cheese to cheese-loving individuals and chefs in New York and beyond. Saxelby Cheesemongers is a small company with an emphasis on great cheese and great relationships with our farmers/cheesemakers, our staff, and our customers. Our goal is to educate our staff and our customers, creating a fun and zero-pretense environment to enjoy and learn about cheese.
We are looking for a cheesemonger to provide GREAT customer service at our Chelsea Market store located in one of the top food halls in the United States attracting domestic and international travelers as well as neighborhood locals.
ABOUT YOU:
- You are passionate about the artisan food world. You have an insatiable curiosity about food and beverage that keeps you looking out for that next great cheese to try, and then sharing the cheesy love with friends, customers, and basically anyone who will listen.
- You are a good communicator with customers, fellow staff, and management. International language skills a plus.
- You have previous experience working in a retail environment with specialty foods, with at least 1 year of experience in cheese.
- You are willing to commit to the position for at least one year, with weekend, evening, and holiday availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Customer service - providing every customer with an amazing experience that will have them telling their friends, family, and co-workers how great Saxelby Cheesemongers is!
- Cut and wrap cheese and charcuterie for retail customers - cut to order as well as pre-cuts.
- Displays - stock the store to make sure that all displays look full, neat, and appetizing.
- Make grilled cheese sandwiches and cheese platters and flights
- Clean and maintain equipment, furniture, and displays to ensure a clean and food safe working environment.
- Communicate with the manager to coordinate orders.
BENEFITS
- Visits to our farms
- Discount on our products
HOW TO APPLY
- Submit your resume, cover letter and three professional references and include the word “Cheesemonger” in the subject line.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Food service: 1 year (Required)
- cheese sales: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person