Cheese Clerk
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : Bridgewater, MA, 02324
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
To prepare cheese, and other cheese shop related products, and display product in the department in a careful, clean, neat and expedient manner while ensuring that all product is fresh, rotated, and well-stocked for our customers while maintaining great customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work a schedule based on the business needs of the store location.
- Authorized to work within the U.S.
Responsibilities
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.
- Provide continuous attention to customer needs at the service counter.
- Commit to the “Golden Rule” and working with associates to build a strong cheese team.
- Greet, assist, and thank customers in a prompt, courteous, and friendly manner.
- Offer product suggestions.
- Process merchandise according to production guidelines and follow established sanitation standard.
- Prepare, wrap, weigh, label and price cheeses, and any other cheese shop related products.
- Fill cheese case and related departments (coffee beans, crackers, etc.), and make platters and take orders.
- Ensure the department is merchandised in accordance with the needs of the community and following department sales and merchandising initiatives.
- Stock display cases and keep all cheese merchandise rotated in accordance with company policy and product code dates and always make use of the oldest products first (first in, first out).
- Receive and unload delivery; store product in designated area to ensure freshness.
- Maintain accurate records (receiving logs, invoices, inventory, etc.), and respond timely to all department mail.
- Monitor the cooler and display cases for correct temperature settings to assure product quality; report any refrigeration failure immediately.
- Practice the “Cleaner’s Creed” and proper sanitation procedures.
- Maintain the freezer, cooler, equipment, and work area to the sanitation standards of the company.
- Ensure sales and work areas are swept clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report any hazards to management.
Secondary Job Functions:
- Restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest supply cost.
- Keep display cases, cooler and freezer organized and clean; clean walls, fans, drains, and equipment.
- Promote sampling merchandise.
- Ensure department associates adhere to company dress code standard (i.e. name tags, personal hygiene, etc.)
- Notify management of associate theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark downs or property defacement.
- Successful completion of the onboarding/e-learnings and checklist within 30 days of hire/entering the department.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Physical Demands: (per work day)
The physical demands and safety risk factors of the job listed below may occur during each work shift and are listed according to their frequency.
Physical Demands
Frequency
Crawling.
0% (N) Never
Pushing up to 300 lbs, lifting up to 45 lbs, climbing up to 8 feet, kneeling, and crouching.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Carrying up to 45 lbs, bending, balancing, stooping, and reaching at waist or overhead.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Standing and walking on tile or concrete, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, seeing, hearing, and smelling.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Safety Risk Factors
Frequency
Loud noise, slippery or cluttered floor surface, hazardous cleaning solutions, contact with skin irritant, toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet), nuisance dust, fumes, and sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.
1-33% (O) Occasionally
Twisting of back and neck.
34-66% (F) Frequently
Contact with sharp objects.
67-100% (C) Continuously
Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:
Cheese knives, knives, wrapper, scale, slicer, pricing gun, approved cleaning supplies and equipment, trash compactor (must be 18 year of age for trash compactor use).
Repetitive Action:
Continuous movement of entire body.
Working Conditions: Working environment is inside and may have exposure to cold temperatures.
Hiring Range: In accordance with MA Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. At Roche Bros., we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The hiring range for this position is $15.00 - $17.90 per hour.
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Frequently asked questions
Thriving as a Cheese Clerk in Bridgewater involves mastering cheese preparation, maintaining freshness, and delivering friendly, knowledgeable customer service. Understanding local tastes and managing inventory efficiently will set you apart in this competitive Massachusetts market.
While formal certifications aren't mandatory, knowledge of food safety standards and cheese handling is highly valued in Bridgewater. Familiarity with sanitation protocols and customer service skills enhances employability, especially in specialty stores like Roche Bros.
A Cheese Clerk at Roche Bros. focuses on preparing and displaying cheeses, ensuring products rotate properly, assisting customers with selections, and maintaining cleanliness. Handling deliveries and monitoring cooler temperatures are also key daily duties.
Roche Bros. emphasizes strict sanitation alongside attentive customer care. Cheese Clerks receive guidance on proper handling, product rotation, and maintaining clean workspaces, creating a safe environment that encourages positive customer interactions.
The pay for a Cheese Clerk at Roche Bros. in Bridgewater falls between $15.00 and $17.90 per hour. This range aligns with Massachusetts pay transparency laws and reflects factors like experience, skills, and internal equity.
Bridgewater's grocery sector, including cheese clerk roles, experiences moderate competition. Specialty positions like this benefit from local demand for fresh, artisanal products, but candidates with customer service skills and cheese knowledge have an edge.
Yes, starting as a Cheese Clerk can lead to supervisory roles or specialty positions like cheesemonger or deli manager. Developing expertise in product knowledge and team collaboration often paves the way to career growth in food retail.
Roche Bros. values a strong team spirit, attention to detail in product presentation, and a genuine passion for customer service. Their focus on community needs and freshness standards distinguishes their Cheese Clerks in the local market.
Roche Bros. schedules Cheese Clerks based on store needs, often requiring availability during peak grocery hours. While some flexibility exists, candidates should expect varied shifts aligned with customer traffic patterns.
Bridgewater's community preferences shape product assortment and merchandising strategies at Roche Bros. Cheese Clerks adapt by stocking regionally popular cheeses and related items, ensuring displays resonate with local shopper tastes.