Cheese Clerk at Niemann Foods – Carmel, Indiana

SUMMARY

The Niemann Harvest Market Cheese Clerk duties include but are not limited to providing excellent customer service, gaining product knowledge, rotation of product, merchandising, controlling shrink and working in a safe manner while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Learns and uses the three E's: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment
• The “Expert” in cheese, cheese pairings and cheese accoutrements
• Understands the shopper's cheese application and help them determine the best option for their needs
Knows use, and taste of products offeredQuality assurance checks of departmentProper handling and rotation of productDay to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanliness
• Promote sales, provide samples
• Follow all Health Code guidelines
• Follows all store and department policies and procedures
• Follows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
• Cheese expert
The ability to prioritize and multi taskDetail OrientedAbility to work in a fast paced environmentProblem solving skillsHigh energy levelAdaptability

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• One to three months related experience and/or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measures

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Food Handler's Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety Cutter
• Pallet jack
• Ladder
• Stepladder
• Uniform per store policy
Associates may be required to use standard cheese equipment including, but not limited to,Wrapper

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsStoopKneelCrouchLift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

SitClimbBalanceStoopKneelCrouchOverhead liftingTaste or SmellCrawlLift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

CloseDistanceAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colorsPeripheralDepth perception

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly

Moving mechanical partsFumes or airborne particlesCold

Occasionally

Wet and/or humid conditionsExtreme coldToxic or caustic chemicals

NOISE LEVEL

RegularlyModerate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$15 up to $17/hour (IL Locations Only)

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

• Life Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Employee Assistance Program

**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

**Position requirements may vary by store location