Cheesemonger, Woodlake Market
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Kohler, WI
Opportunity
The Cheesemonger is a knowledgeable and passionate specialist responsible for curating, handling, and selling a wide variety of cheeses and cured meats. This role involves educating customers, maintaining product quality, and creating an engaging shopping experience centered around artisan, specialty cheeses, and cured meats.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide expert knowledge on cheese and cured meat varieties, origins, pairings, and storage
- Assist customers with recommendations based on taste preferences, recipes, and occasions
- Cut, wrap, weigh, and label cheese and cured meat products accurately and attractively
- Maintain proper storage and rotation of cheeses and meats to ensure freshness and prevent spoilage
- Create and maintain visually appealing displays and merchandising setups
- Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving shipments
- Uphold food safety and sanitation standards at all times
- Host tastings, demos, or educational events to promote cheese products
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g., wine, bakery) for cross-merchandising opportunities
- Assist in other food production areas as needed
- Follow dress code and grooming standards that reflect the upscale environment
- Will complete all duties and requests as assigned by management
This is a full-time position working both weekdays and weekends. Shifts vary between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.
Skills/Requirements
- Highschool diploma or equivalent required
- Must be 18 years or older and have ability to obtain ServSafe Certification
- Prior experience in cheese, deli, or specialty food retail preferred
- Strong passion for a knowledge of cheese and cured meats, including international and domestic varieties
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Basic computer skills and ability to research products
- Willingness to learn and stay updated on cheese trends and products
- Comfortable using scales, slicers, and other food prep equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
The hourly range for this position is $19.30 - $25.00. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location.
Why Work at Kohler Co.?
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com.
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement .
