Our Mill Valley store is currently looking to hire a Full Time Specialty Cheese & Wine Manager.
Our Mill Valley store is currently looking to hire a Full Time Specialty Cheese & Wine Manager. We specialize in organic and biodynamic wines, organic beer, as well as artisan cheeses from many local & organic producers. We focus on knowledgeable and exceptional service to our customers and sharing the stories of our high-quality products. This position is 40 hrs/wk, mixed shifts and includes one weekend day.
We are seeking a person who has successfully managed a Specialty department for at least one year. This position requires someone who has strong knowledge of wine and cheese, a sincere commitment to the organic food movement, and a leadership style that is based on team building, teaching, supporting, and role-modeling. Also required is the ability to manage the finances of the department, including participating in buying, overseeing buyers, pricing, margins, inventory.
Wage Range for New Hires: $25-$27/hr
Pay Grade for the Position After Hire: $25-$35/hr
Responsibilities
-Lead a team of four or five in performance, customer service, product knowledge
-Train and maintain department procedures, skills, and operations
-Oversight of ordering and product quality
-Fulfillment of Safety Program and cultivating a strong Safety Culture
-Maintain sanitation and presentation standards for the department
-Responsible for costing updates, pricing, and margin blending
-Handle all personnel development and administration
Qualifications
-Minimum one year of Specialty buying experience
-Minimum one year of previous management experience at department level
-Strong knowledge of wine, beer and artisan/specialty cheeses
-Minimum two years managing staff in a leadership position
-Cheese cutting and wrapping & food handling experience
-Computer skills to place orders and create purchase orders
-Ability to lift and move wine boxes up to 45 lbs, stock product on shelves, cut & wrap cheese
Benefits
To take care of our Full Time employees, we:
* provide a Profit Share Bonus program
* offer medical, dental and vision plans
* provide paid time of
* give a 30% store wide discount
* 401k retirement plan
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
