Cheese Clerk
Company : Roche Bros.
Location : Weston, MA, 02493
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 13 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
Progressing as a Cheese Clerk involves mastering product knowledge, honing customer service skills, and taking on responsibilities like inventory management or team leadership. Gaining expertise in specialty cheeses can open doors to roles such as cheesemonger or department supervisor in gourmet grocery settings.
Exceptional Cheese Clerks in Weston combine precise product handling, a keen sense for freshness, and engaging customer interaction. Understanding local taste preferences and maintaining strict sanitation practices set them apart, especially in community-focused stores like Roche Bros.
Daily duties include preparing and wrapping cheeses, ensuring fresh stock rotation, assisting customers with product choices, and maintaining clean, organized display cases. Additionally, handling deliveries and upholding refrigeration standards are vital for smooth department operations.
While no formal certifications are mandatory, knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards is highly valued. Completing Roche Bros.’ onboarding and e-learning programs within 30 days boosts competency and aligns with Massachusetts food handling regulations.
Weston has moderate demand for specialized retail roles like Cheese Clerk, with competition influenced by local grocery chains’ staffing needs. Roche Bros.’ reputation for quality can attract many applicants, but strong customer service and product expertise enhance hiring chances.
Roche Bros. offers a starting wage for Cheese Clerks ranging from $15.00 to $17.90 per hour, reflecting Massachusetts’ pay transparency laws. Actual salary depends on experience, skills, and internal equity, ensuring competitive compensation for grocery store clerk roles in the area.
Yes, Roche Bros. emphasizes thorough training, including e-learning modules and hands-on guidance to ensure clerks are well-versed in cheese preparation, proper sanitation, and customer engagement, fostering expertise in gourmet cheese handling and merchandising.
Cheese Clerks at Roche Bros. are encouraged to embrace the 'golden rule,' collaborate closely with associates, and contribute to a welcoming store environment. This culture promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to exceptional customer service.
Handling cold storage conditions consistently, managing perishable inventory accurately, and staying vigilant against safety hazards like slippery floors are common challenges. Adapting to these ensures product quality and personal well-being in a busy retail environment.
The role requires frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting up to 45 pounds, and continuous hand dexterity for tasks like wrapping and weighing cheese. Awareness of safety practices minimizes risks from repetitive motion and exposure to cold storage.