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Cheese Manager Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Cheese Counter Associate

Old Greenwich, CT · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese Counter Associate Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality ... Communicate effectively with peers and management. * Always maintain professionalism and treat ...

Cheese Counter Associate

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a member of the Cheese Department, the Cheese Counter Associate takes pride in having a vast ... Communicate effectively with peers and management. * Always maintain professionalism and treat ...

Cheese Team Member Application

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$19.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Cheese Team Member Starting Rate: $19.55/hr Position Description: A Cheese Team Members assists ...

Cheese Team Member Application

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$19.55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Whether you're a chef wanting to hone your craft in our kitchens, a manager wanting to extend your ... Cheese Team Member Starting Rate: $19.55/hr Position Description: A Cheese Team Members assists ...

Cheese Counter Associate - up to $20

Old Greenwich, CT · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese Counter Associate Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality ... Communicate effectively with peers and management. * Always maintain professionalism and treat ...

Cheese Counter Associate - up to $20

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a member of the Cheese Department, the Cheese Counter Associate takes pride in having a vast ... Communicate effectively with peers and management. * Always maintain professionalism and treat ...

Game Room Attendant - Cast Member

Berlin, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Game Room Attendants Game Room ...

Kid Check Attendant - Cast Member

Orange, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Kid Check Attendants This very ...

Server - Cast Member

Orange, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Servers Servers provide great service as they deliver food to the guests. Chuck E. Cheese offers access to earned wages with our NEW ...

Server - Cast Member

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Servers Servers provide great service as they deliver food to the guests. Chuck E. Cheese offers access to earned wages with our NEW ...

Kid Check Attendant - Cast Member

Berlin, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Kid Check Attendants This very ...

Game Room Attendant - Cast Member

Newington, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Game Room Attendants Game Room ...

Party Host - Cast Member

Orange, CT

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Party Hosts Party Hosts get the fun ...

Server - Cast Member

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Servers Servers provide great service as they deliver food to the guests. Chuck E. Cheese offers access to earned wages with our NEW ...

Kid Check Attendant - Cast Member

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Kid Check Attendants This very ...

Party Host - Cast Member

Orange, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.94/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career ... Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within! Now Hiring Party Hosts Party Hosts get the fun ...

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How much do cheese manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for cheese manager in Connecticut is $58,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,900.00 and $65,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cheese manager?

A Cheese Manager oversees the selection, purchasing, storage, and presentation of cheese in a retail or food service setting. They ensure product quality, manage inventory, and educate staff and customers about different cheese varieties. Responsibilities may also include pricing, vendor relations, and maintaining food safety standards. This role requires knowledge of cheese aging, pairings, and proper handling techniques to enhance customer experience and sales.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a cheese manager?

A typical day for a Cheese Manager includes overseeing cheese displays, ensuring product freshness, managing inventory orders, and maintaining compliance with food safety standards. You’ll interact directly with customers, offering recommendations and product knowledge, as well as training team members on cheese-related topics and proper handling procedures. Cheese Managers often collaborate with deli teams and suppliers to coordinate promotions, introduce new products, and maintain optimal stock levels. This hands-on, dynamic role requires balancing customer service with operational excellence to drive sales and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the cheese manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cheese Manager, you need a thorough understanding of cheese products, inventory management, and food safety regulations, often supported by experience in food retail or culinary certifications. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and compliance tools like HACCP is valuable. Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills help you excel in training staff and delighting customers. These abilities ensure efficient operations, high product quality, and a positive shopping experience in a specialized retail environment.

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Infographic showing various Cheese Manager job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,362 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Cheese Counter Associate

Citarella

Old Greenwich, CT • On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Citarella rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Cheese Counter Associate

Led by dynamic owner Joe Gurrera (and his commitment to superior quality) Citarella has grown from a respected NYC fish market into a full-scale, Ultimate Gourmet Market with locations across New York City, the Hamptons, and Greenwich, Connecticut.

A family-run business, we're driven by a passion for great food. We delight customers with the finest selection of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged beef, chef-prepared specialties and handcrafted pastries, international cheeses, imported groceries, and more. Join our team of seasoned professionals and become a part of the fabric of the New York food scene.

Role Overview:

As a member of the Cheese Department, the Cheese Counter Associate takes pride in having a vast knowledge of our cheese products. They will deliver exceptional guest service, be responsible for display items for the department, monitor waste, and be a strong team player.

Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Help department to maximize sales by providing exceptional guest service.
  • Ability to increase sales by upselling, and suggestively selling products to every guest.
  • Responsible for product rotation, facing, restocking, product displays.
  • Clean and maintain department equipment (cutting boards, scales, cheese knives, etc.).
  • Basic knife handling skills
  • Cut, wrap, and clean various types of cheeses.
  • Adhere to all DOH, DOA and OSHA standards.
  • Keep records of temperatures and record inventory of products to determine what needs to be ordered and replenished.
  • Follow, maintain and perform safety and sanitation procedures; throughout all shifts.
  • Communicate effectively with peers and management.
  • Always maintain professionalism and treat everyone with respect and courtesy.
  • Must always be guest focus and forward facing.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Minimum of 1 year in experience in a grocery store environment.
  • Exceptional guest service
  • Must have a general knowledge of cheese and dairy products.
  • Some knowledge of tastings and pairings
  • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Perform physical requirements of job including standing during scheduled hours, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, lifting, push and pull items of usually 20-50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Basic knife handling skills, this may include the use of a deli slicer.
  • Food safety and sanitation knowledge.
  • Ability to show initiative, work with limited supervision, and are self-motivated.
  • Be brand ambassador for Citarella.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER!

Competitive Wages, Medical/Dental/Vision /life insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match!

At Citarella, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Citarella will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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