Cheese Associate PM

Seed to Table • Naples, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gourmet Cheese Associate PM is responsible for preparing, wrapping, weighing, labeling, and pricing a variety of specialty cheeses, as well as assisting in the olive bar area. This role supports the Gourmet Cheese Department by delivering excellent customer service, maintaining product quality, and ensuring a clean, organized, and inviting department. The associate works under the direction of the Gourmet Cheese Department Manager and plays a key role in creating a premium customer experience.

Join our team and be part of a fast-paced, fun, and friendly environment! You’ll help keep things running smoothly by maintaining great quality standards, keeping areas clean and well-stocked, and delivering awesome customer service. If you enjoy working with people, staying active, and being part of a team, this could be a great fit for you!

“There are no strangers here, only friends we have yet to meet.” — Frank Oakes —

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Professional attitude with a passion for hospitality and customer service
• Ability to promote sales, sample/taste cheeses, merchandise products, and maintain a clean department
• Basic math skills and ability to interpret simple data as needed
• Willingness to learn and become knowledgeable about department products
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Capable of lifting and/or pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in various temperatures, including hot, humid, and cold environments, as well as tolerate moderate amounts of dust and cleaning agents.
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of fresh products without experiencing negative allergic reactions.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and move around as needed.
• Ability to utilize a step-stool or a ladder.
• Able to maintain physical balance and stability while performing tasks.
• Proficient in both gross and fine manipulation.
• Capable of reaching below or at the waist and overhead.
• Effective speaking skills to convey instructions and communicate with coworkers clearly and accurately, especially in a loud or busy environment.
• Peripheral vision and near and far visual acuity are essential.
• Ability to hear and respond to inquiries and instructions effectively in a busy environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience cutting and wrapping cheeses is a plus

Responsibilities

• Preparing, wrapping, weighing, labeling, and pricing a variety of specialty cheeses
• Assisting in the olive bar area
• Delivering excellent customer service
• Maintaining product quality
• Ensuring a clean, organized, and inviting department
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area, including counters and displays, following Seed to Table and Gourmet Cheese Department guidelines and food safety procedures
• Stock, rotate, and replenish products in storage areas and display cases to ensure freshness and presentation
• Provide friendly customer service by assisting customers and explaining cheese and olive bar products
• Cut, wrap, weigh, and package cheeses accurately
• Ensure proper dating, labeling, and inventory control of all department products
• Support other department-related tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly
• Follow all safety procedures, including wearing cutting gloves when using knives, slicers, or sharp tools
• Wear non-slip shoes to maintain a safe working environment

Benefits

• Career Growth: Start as an apprentice and grow into a skilled! Your growth is our mission!
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts on our delicious organic food—both dining and groceries.
• Community & Culture: Be part of a positive and supportive Family that values diversity and growth.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer paid vacation time to help you relax and recharge.
• Referral Rewards: Bring your talented friends along and earn rewards for helping us grow!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed