Cheese Associate (Full or Part-Time)

Healthy Living Market and Cafe is a community-focused grocery store and cafe located in Williston, Vermont, renowned for its dedication to offering high-quality, fresh, and natural foods. As a locally respected establishment, Healthy Living fosters a work environment rooted in teamwork, collaboration, and a genuine passion for healthy living. The company is committed to not only providing exceptional products but also building strong relationships with the community it serves. With a team that values curiosity and innovation, Healthy Living creates a welcoming atmosphere where both staff and guests feel valued and inspired.

The role of Specialty Associate within Healthy Living Market and Cafe is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team passionate about artisanal products, particularly cheeses, breads, and baked goods. This position involves working intimately with high-quality specialty foods, including sourcing products from local Vermont cheese makers as well as global suppliers. The Specialty Associate is entrusted with precise, customer-focused tasks such as cutting cheese to exact specifications, ensuring proper weight and labeling for sale, and maintaining the visual appeal and freshness of the department's products. This role demands a meticulous attention to detail, a flair for presentation, and a commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Healthy Living offers both full-time and part-time positions with competitive compensation ranging from $16.00 to $17.38 per hour, depending on experience. Staff members benefit from a generous array of perks including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid maternity and paternity leave, and a substantial store discount across multiple product categories. Beyond the tangible benefits, the company prides itself on cultivating a positive, high-energy work culture where employees are encouraged to be proactive, solution-oriented, and supportive of one another.

In this role, the Specialty Associate is a vital contributor to the overall guest experience at Healthy Living. The position is ideal for individuals who love food and cooking, thrive in collaborative environments, and have a genuine desire to enhance the customer journey through exceptional product knowledge and service. The successful candidate will embody Healthy Living’s core values, including a commitment to making someone’s day through positive interactions, moving fast while being thorough, and showing up consistently with enthusiasm.

For those who value a sense of belonging and the chance to grow within a dynamic, values-driven company, joining Healthy Living as a Specialty Associate offers a fulfilling career path. This position not only involves the technical aspects of food preparation and presentation but also the opportunity to engage with customers, contribute creative ideas, and be part of a fun, hardworking team. If you are someone who is passionate about specialty foods, teamwork, and community-oriented work, this role promises a rewarding blend of professional growth and personal satisfaction.