Cheese Shop​/Murray's Cheese Master

CHEESE SHOP/MURRAY'S CHEESE MASTER

Join Kroger to lead a unique customer cheese experience that embodies food passion, cheese knowledge, interactive service, team leadership, and industry‑leading merchandising that is uniquely Murray’s Cheese. Work closely with Deli Merchandising, District Staff, and direct reports to create an environment of outgoing, personal, theatrical cheese retailing within the store.

• Create and maintain the Murray’s Cheese experience: interactive customer service, ongoing product education, effective cross‑selling, merchandising, and promotion of 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 and followed.
• Maintain food safety, HACCP, and sanitation procedures.
• Place orders and maintain inventory.
• Set up weekly in‑store selling events.
• Contribute to store goals for increased sales and improved profit.
• Control shrink and waste by following 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, complete performance reviews, and provide feedback.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Management 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.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong desire to learn and try innovative approaches.

• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Prior food handling experience.
• Supervisory skills.

Kroger is the nation’s largest grocer, operating nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states under 28 names. We pride ourselves on creating amazing experiences for customers, communities, and staff, with food at the heart of everything we do. Join a team that values passion, purpose, and learning.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Flexible scheduling and paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts and tuition reimbursement.
• Growth opportunities through training and career pathways.