Cheese & Coffee Associate (Part Time, Flexible Schedule)

Description Cheese and Coffee Job Description Reports To: Cheese and Coffee Manager Cheese and Coffee Associate Who we are at Adams At Adams, we prioritize creating a warm and welcoming environment for both our customers and team members. We believe exceptional customer service goes beyond meeting needs. It's about treating everyone with genuine respect, kindness, and appreciation. Each team member is expected to greet customers personally, serve them with friendly, polite, and knowledgeable assistance, and always put customer needs above other tasks. Additionally, we value a workplace where employees treat each other with the same courtesy and respect as our customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that reflects our commitment to service excellence. What we’re looking for Adams employees are expected to provide friendly service to our valuable customers, ensuring that each experience reflects the commitment to providing quality products that Adams is known for. For the Cheese and Coffee Associate, this means delivering knowledgeable and courteous service, maintaining fresh, well-stocked, and attractively displayed products, and helping customers select from a wide variety of specialty cheeses and coffees to enhance their shopping experience. Your Day-to-Day Provide friendly, informed service & assist customers with product selections, samples, & special orders Cut, weigh, grind, and package cheese, coffee, dips, spreads, and other specialty items Stock and rotate products to ensure freshness, correct labeling, and attractive displays Maintain cleanliness and organization across all areas including counters, tools, and equipment Brew coffee and keep the coffee station and sample area clean and well-stocked Take and prepare catering, custom platter, and special orders accurately Monitor product quality and presentation; check sell-by dates and packaging If assigned, assist with inventory, placing orders, receiving deliveries, or training new associates What you bring to the Farm Prior barista or coffee-making experience preferred, with knowledge of espresso preparation, brewing methods, and customer service in a fast-paced retail environment. Willingness to learn in all cheese and coffee products and able to explain them thoroughly to customers Know where to locate these products on the sales floor Work in a productive pace work environment with other coworkers Ability to demonstrate and set the example for Adams' culture and values Willingness to work collaboratively and communicate with a team of co-workers and managers Exhibit enthusiasm, positivity and/or knowledge about Adams' products and quality Working Conditions Consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds Work in cold temperatures for majority of your shift Safely use knives and other equipment necessary to effectively run the department Ability to remain in a stationary position for duration of shift Occasionally ascend/descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers for duration of shift Communicate with others to exchange information Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks including in tight and confined spaces If assigned, be food safety certified Perks of the Job At Adams, we believe in recognizing and rewarding excellent work with competitive compensation and meaningful benefits. In addition to quality compensation, at Adams you can expect generous medical, dental and vision coverage (for applicable roles), voluntary benefits like pet insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, flexible pay schedules with DailyPay, and best of all, our generous Employee Discount. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions - including skill sets, experience, training, certifications and other business needs. At Adams, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment that helps our team members thrive—both professionally and personally. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. It is understood that these responsibilities are subject to the needs of the business and therefore Adams retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.I understand that other responsibilities may be required and confirm that I am able to carry out the duties of this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adams Fairacre Farms