Cheese Manager

Dierbergs is a family-owned grocery chain known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and community values. Established over a century ago, Dierbergs has grown into a trusted brand in the Midwest, offering a wide range of fresh foods, grocery items, and specialty departments like deli, bakery, and seafood. The company prides itself on creating a friendly atmosphere where both customers and employees feel valued, supported, and part of a greater family. With a history of financial success and a strong reputation in the community, Dierbergs offers a stable and rewarding workplace where individuals can grow their careers and make a tangible impact on the company's success. The organization emphasizes a culture of connection, curiosity, courage, care, people centricity, contribution, and cultivation, encouraging employees to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

The role of Cheese Manager at Dierbergs is a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within the cheese department, providing customers with an unmatched cheese experience. This position requires a dynamic self-starter with a passion for cheese and exceptional organizational and leadership skills. As Cheese Manager, you will develop and implement merchandising strategies aligned with company objectives to enhance cheese offerings. You will lead, train, and motivate a team of Associates, ensuring they are knowledgeable about cheese products, sales techniques, and food safety standards. Managing all aspects of the cheese department's operations—from production and inventory management to sales and food safety protocols—will be a key responsibility.

The position also involves close collaboration with the Deli/Seafood management team to maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and profitability. As the face of the cheese shop, you will engage directly with customers, preparing and selling signature foods, including rotisserie and smoked meats, sliced cheeses, and various seafood items, all while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. Flexibility is essential as the role requires working varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, with a healthy work-life balance thanks to early closing hours in the department.

Joining Dierbergs as a Cheese Manager means becoming part of a supportive team that values innovation, creativity, and customer satisfaction. You will have opportunities for professional development, including the potential to advance into Department Manager or store management roles. This job offers comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and exclusive employee perks that make working at Dierbergs not just a job but a fulfilling career. If you have a passion for cheese and leadership and want to be part of a company that truly cares about its people and customers, this is the ideal position for you.