Cheese Stocker/Receiver

Cheese Counter Receiver/StockerBusy, high capacity cheese counter seeks fun, hardworking lover of cheese. We are hiring for a receiver/stocker. As part of your training, you will work counter shifts (production and customer service) for at least 2 months before starting your receiving shifts. Usually receiver/stockers keep one counter shift. We are a worker cooperative grocery store. Must like: taking initiative, giving and receiving constructive feedback and washing hands constantly. Top notch communication skills required.Cheese Department Job DescriptionPosition: Stocker/ReceiverGeneral Description: Check in deliveries, stock products in backstock and on shelves, calculates price changes, front shelves, help cheese cutters prioritize and find cheese.Hours: Receiving shifts are 5 -8 hours.Desired Experience: Experience in food service or coops would be good but not 100% required. Experience with cheese would be double-plus good. Multilingualism not necessary, but certainly would be appreciated.Job Specifications:Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentBe self-motivated and able to work without direct supervisionWork well in a small team with lots of mutual oversightAble to work standing for 8-hour shifts, excluding break timeAble to perform the repetitive motions necessary for near-constant wrapping, sealing, and labelingAble to speak English proficiently and read English well enough to accurately identify cheesesAble to do enough basic math to use margins to calculate pricingAble to taste and describe cheeseAble to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedlyWork in a refrigeratorWork in a cooperative environmentWork well with others in a small and crowded spaceMaintain a sanitary workspaceParticipate in the improvement of the department by attending meetings, subbing, volunteering for tasks, etc.Participate in counting inventoryHave or be willing to gain an extensive knowledge of cheese including where it's from, how it's made, how it tastes, and how it's usedGive and receive constructive criticismCommunicate with co-workers about relevant work-related subjectsBe dependable; show up for all scheduled shifts and meetings in a timely manner, and complete tasksOther Responsibilities & Qualifications:Participate in the improvement of the entire store by attending meetings, running for committees, and reading minutesWe are seeking to employ individuals who will help reflect the community we serve. Women, People of Color, Lesbian/Gay/Bi/Trans people, and seniors are encouraged to apply.Wages and Benefits:Starting pay $22.90. Full medical/dental/vision insurance for full-time workers (27 or more hours/week) at five months of employment, 401(k) retirement plan, seven paid holidays, pay for time off (vacation, sick and personal days), potential for profit-sharing ("patronage") upon becoming a member – owner of Cooperative (vast majority of workers have become members in the first year).We reserve the right to change or revise duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This document is not a written or implied contract of employment.