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CHEESE SHOP/MURRAY'S CHEESE MASTER

Kroger

Gilbert, AZ

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Budgeting, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Cross-Selling, Customer Experience, Diversity, Exceeded Sales Goal, Food Purchasing, Food Safety, Hazard Analysis, Health Plan, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Online Customer Support, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Prescription Drugs, Promotional Programs, Recipe Development, Retail, Retail Sales, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sanitation, Staff Motivation, Staff Training, Team Lead/Manager, Training Program
LOCATION
Gilbert, AZ
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Description

Responsible for creating a unique customer cheese experience that will embody the food passion, cheese knowledge, interactive customer service, team leadership and industry leading merchandising that is uniquely Murray's Cheese. Work closely with Deli Merchandising and District Staff, as well as the direct reports to create an environment of outgoing, personal, theatrical cheese retailing within the store environment. Role model proactive selling and superior product knowledge to drive sales in a targeted manner. Demonstrate the company's core values ofrespect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain the Murray's Cheese experience: interactive customer service, ongoing product education,, effective cross-selling, merchandising, pushing and promoting designated products.
  • Maintain knowledgeable, efficient, friendly staff fully trained in Murray's operations and products.
  • Ensure all Kroger and Murray's policies, operating standards, and procedures are communicated effectively, maintained, and followed at all times.
  • Ensure that staff adheres to all Food Safety, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, and Sanitation Procedures.
  • Place orders and maintain inventory.
  • Responsible for setting up weekly in store selling events.
  • Contribute to store goals for increasing sales and improving profit.
  • Effectively control shrink and waste by following Murray's and Kroger's Best Practices.
  • Control labor expenses through appropriate scheduling.
  • Meet and/or exceed budgetary goals for the Murray's Cheese Shop.
  • Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications

Minimum
  • Management experience or Food Retail experience or two year Culinary Degree
  • Willing to taste cheese daily.
  • Supportive of cheese business initiatives.
  • Able to inspire, motivate and train staff while ensuring successful completion of all tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Strong desire to learn, enthusiasm for the product, and an interest and willingness to try new and innovative approaches.
Desired
  • Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
  • Prior food handling.
  • Supervisory skills.
About Us

Based in Arizona, Fry's Food Stores merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving Fry's customers in over 120 stores throughout Arizona.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fry's family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
  • A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
  • Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
  • Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
  • Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
  • Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
  • Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

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