What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Shop Cheesemonger position at Samish Bay Cheese?
Samish Bay Cheese is a dairy farm and farmstead cheese maker in Bow, Washington. Our Retail Farm Shop is a destination store featuring our own cheese, other dairy products, and farm grown meat. We complement our own organic farm produced products with pantry items featuring local and organic goods. We take pride in creating artisanal shop-made products that showcase our passion for quality and flavor. The farm shop supports environmental efforts, re-using packaging, recycling, composting.
Job Description:
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented Team Member with sales skills to join us. In this role, you will assist customers in selecting the cheeses and other products, contribute to food production for our shop-made goods, and ensure the store provides an exceptional shopping experience.
This position initially is Friday - Sunday 9:30am - 5:30pm and Monday 10:30am-4:30pm and as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist customers with product recommendations, pairing suggestions, and samples.
- Provide knowledge of cheeses and other products (Training provided)
- Slice, weigh, and package cheese with care.
- Prepare and package shop-made goods, such as spreads, dips, and cheesecakes, following recipes and safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean and organized store environment
- Maintain the cleaning and re-use of returned jars
- Operate the Square register and handle transactions accurately.
- Learn and uphold food safety and handling standards, including proper storage and labeling for shop-made products.
- Assist with receiving deliveries.
- Collaborate with the team to achieve sales goals and create a positive work environment.
- Assist with promotional events.
Qualifications:
- Passion for cheese, food, and culinary culture.
- Previous experience in retail sales, customer service, and food service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lb. weight.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn about new products and processes.
What We Offer:
- Convenient hours
- Employee discounts on all store products.
- Hands-on experience with food production and artisan techniques.
- A fun, supportive, and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply:
If you’re excited about sharing your love for cheese, food production, and customer service, please send your resume with a brief cover letter. We’d love to hear from you.
Base starting pay is $17/hour. With tips, employees can be making $20.00/hour or more.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20
