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PCC Community Markets

Cheese Back Up

Bothell, WA · On-site

$17.63 - $17.83/hr

Overview The Cheese Back Up oversees the Cheese department in the absence of the Cheese Specialist. They provide excellent, professional customer service within the Cheese department while cutting ...

PCC Community Markets

Cheese Clerk

Bothell, WA · On-site

The Cheese Back Up oversees the Cheese department in the absence of the Cheese Specialist. They provide excellent, professional customer service within the Cheese department while cutting and ...

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Busch's Inc.

Cheese Monger (Full Time)

Pinckney, MI

$19.20/hr

The Cheese Merchandiser will oversee the cheese department, managing a team of cheese mongers to ensure operational excellence, product quality, and outstanding customer engagement. This role ...

Kroger

Cheese Department Leader

Delaware, OH · On-site

Responsible for creating a unique customer cheese experience that will embody the food passion, cheese knowledge, interactive customer service, team leadership and industry leading merchandising that ...

Wilson Farm

Assistant Cheese Manager

Lexington, MA · On-site

$25 - $29/hr

The Assistant Cheese Manager supports the Cheese Manager in overseeing all aspects of the cheese department, ensuring excellent customer service, product quality, and department cleanliness. This ...

Wilson Farm Inc

Assistant Cheese Manager

Lexington, MA

$25 - $29/hr

The Assistant Cheese Manager supports the Cheese Manager in overseeing all aspects of the cheese department, ensuring excellent customer service, product quality, and department cleanliness. This ...

Wilson's Farm

Assistant Cheese Manager

Lexington, MA · On-site

$25 - $29/hr

The Assistant Cheese Manager supports the Cheese Manager in overseeing all aspects of the cheese department, ensuring excellent customer service, product quality, and department cleanliness. This ...

PCC Community Markets

Cheese Specialist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$31.15/hr

Overview The Cheese Specialist oversees the Cheese department within the Deli, including mentoring and training staff, ordering and inventory. They provide excellent, professional customer service.

PCC Community Markets

Cheese Specialist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$31.15/hr

The Cheese Specialist oversees the Cheese department within the Deli, including mentoring and training staff, ordering and inventory. They provide excellent, professional customer service. They ...

Good Food Holdings

Cheese Manager

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

Cheese Manager Department: Cheese Reports To: Store Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Summary The Cheese Manager is a leadership position responsible for driving success in the Cheese department. This ...

Heinens

Specialty Cheese Department Lead

Deerfield, IL · On-site

Specialty Cheese Lead Established in 1929, Heinen's is a leading, family-owned grocery retailer ... Provide consistent training and development on department standards, policies, and best practices ...

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How much do cheese department jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheese department in the United States is $18.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cheese department job?

Cheese department jobs involve working in a grocery or specialty store’s cheese section, where employees are responsible for assisting customers, preparing and displaying cheeses, and ensuring proper storage and freshness of products. Typical duties may include cutting, wrapping, and labeling cheeses, providing recommendations, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in the department. Workers may also handle inventory, receive deliveries, and educate customers about different types of cheeses and pairings.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in the cheese department at a grocery store or specialty food retailer?

Employees in the Cheese Department are responsible for receiving, storing, and displaying a variety of cheeses, as well as maintaining proper food safety and sanitation standards. Daily tasks often include cutting, wrapping, and labeling cheeses, assisting customers with product selection and pairings, and keeping inventory organized and well-stocked. Team members frequently collaborate with deli staff and managers to coordinate promotions and ensure excellent customer service. This role can be both customer-facing and physically demanding, requiring attention to detail and a passion for specialty foods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a cheese department role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Cheese Department role, you need a solid understanding of cheese varieties, food safety practices, and basic retail or food service experience. Familiarity with inventory management systems, slicers, and labeling equipment is important, and a food handler’s certification is often required. Outstanding customer service, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you engage customers and maintain product quality. These skills and qualities ensure efficient operations, customer satisfaction, and adherence to health standards in a specialty food environment.

What is the difference between Cheese Department vs Cheese Clerk?

AspectCheese DepartmentCheese Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in food service or retailHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic food handling knowledge
Work EnvironmentSupermarket or specialty cheese shop; handling and displaying cheese productsSupermarket or retail store; assisting customers with cheese selections
Employer & Industry UsageGrocery stores, specialty food shopsGrocery stores, supermarkets

The Cheese Department typically involves managing a section of cheese products, including inventory and display, while the Cheese Clerk focuses on customer service, helping shoppers select cheeses. Both roles require similar credentials and work in retail food environments, but their primary responsibilities differ—one is more product-focused, the other customer-focused.

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Cheese Department jobs near you
Infographic showing various Cheese Department job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,409 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Cheese Back Up

PCC Community Markets

Bothell, WA • On-site

$17.63 - $17.83/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job description

Overview
The Cheese Back Up oversees the Cheese department in the absence of the Cheese Specialist. They provide excellent, professional customer service within the Cheese department while cutting and wrapping, merchandising, ordering and keeping track of inventory. They demonstrate knowledge of cheese varieties and wrapping and handling procedures.
Job Locations
US-WA-Bothell
Address
22621 Bothell Everett Highway
Our Culture
Our Vision
To inspire and advance the health and well-being of people, their communities and our planet
Our Mission
We ensure that good food nourishes the communities we serve, while cultivating vibrant local, organic food systems
Our Values
We foster high standards
We act with integrity
We embrace stewardship
We take action because we care
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
PCC is a company where culture and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Everyone at PCC is expected to:
  • Collaborate
  • Demonstrate Kindness
  • Focus on the customer
  • Instill trust
  • Value diversity

Main Job Responsibilities
  • Provides excellent, professional customer service
  • Works with the Cheese Specialist to prepare, package and merchandise cheese products
  • Fulfills designated ordering responsibilities
  • Demonstrates knowledge of cheese varieties and families, specialty foods, and deli prepared foods
  • Provides deli counter service when needed
  • Follows department cheese wrapping and handling procedures
  • Ensures department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are met
  • Follows department safe food handling procedures
  • Follows department merchandising standards and procedures

Qualifications and Skills
  • Proven ability to provide excellent, professional customer service
  • Available to work a variety of shifts, including weekends
  • Familiarity with cheese varieties preferred
  • Familiarity with specialty and prepared foods
  • Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Must be able to meet physical demands including standing, bending, twisting, repetitive motion and lifting 10-40lbs regularly
  • A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits and Perks
  • Additional $1.50/hour Night Differential when applicable.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Parental Leave
  • Vacation Accrual - 0.06 hours per hour worked
  • Sick Accrual - 0.025 hours per hour worked (Includes Union and State Accrual Rates)
  • Pension through UFCW 3000
  • Discounted ORCA Pass
  • Staff Discount on In-Store Purchases
  • Free Co-op Membership
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program

PCC Benefits Page:
  • https://www.pccmarkets.com/about/jobs/benefits/

Comp Details
Starting Wage Range: $17.63-$17.83/hour

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