THE POSITION RELATIVE TO DEDALUS
The Market at Dedalus exists to make our guests’ experience complete. It aims to fill tables with new discoveries and old favorites - all the things to make a night memorable. It intends to lead and shape cheese culture for guests and cheesemongers both experienced and new, and to make the learning process exciting and welcome. Cheesemongers are motivated to guide guests through all parts of the edible experience - from the practiced cheese buyer to the timid first-timers, mongers are informed and proud of their products, taking care to listen to their guests’ needs and wants so that they leave excited by their time in the shop.
OVERVIEW/THE ROLE
The Dedalus cheesemonger represents our producers and Dedalus’s commitment to celebrating good food. They care for, learn about, and - most importantly - sell our cheeses, charcuterie, and market goods. Our mongers are responsible for a major part of guests’ experience, and provide them with patient, informative, welcoming service. Dedalus mongers are responsible for maintaining the market environment, keeping it stocked, clean, and beautiful. This is a position that values continued learning; cheesemongers are constantly keeping themselves informed on our latest products, from cheeses and meats to conserva, olive oil, and more.
THE PERSON
The people who achieve excellence in this position are those who take pride in every aspect of their role. Whether it’s introducing a guest to a new cheese or maintaining the appearance of the market, the team members who succeed as Dedalus cheesemongers see each task as essential to delivering an exceptional guest experience. These people don’t see themselves as better than any task, no matter the length of their tenure with Dedalus, and maintain a willingness to perform all tasks at the highest level. Ideal candidates are collaborative, flexible, and motivated to learn constantly - and try a lot of cheese!
THE REQUIREMENTS
- Basic Knife Proficiency
- The ability to work on your feet for a prolonged period of time
- The ability to lift & carry 50 lbs
- Proficiency with inventory & POS systems
- Motivation to continually expand your food and wine knowledge
- Maintain poise and professionalism during busy periods
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong team mentality and desire to work together
- Weekend and closing availability (8:00pm)
THE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing engaging, knowledgeable, sales-driven customer service
- Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
- Cutting and wrapping cheese and charcuterie by weight, to order
- Using multiple tools of the trade, including knives, slicers, and wires
- Continually developing knowledge of the basic styles of cheese, charcuterie, and market goods and their representation in our selection
- Fulfill customer pre-orders and cheese board orders
THE BENEFITS
- Starting at $18-20/hour commensurate with experience
- Benefits for full-time employees include health care, dental, accrued PTO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 38 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Rotating weekends
Experience:
- Food Preparation Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Stowe, VT 05672: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person