Monadnock Food Co-op
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Cheese Buyer
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Monadnock Food Co-op
Description Are you a curd nerd with a passion for local agriculture and artisan craftsmanship? The Monadnock Food Co-op is looking for a Cheese Buyer to curate our world‑class selection and lead our cheese program into its next delicious chapter.
What You’ll Do
Curate & Order: Manage inventory for our specialty cheese, olives, and charcuterie, balancing local favorites with international icons.
Source Excellence: Build strong relationships with local cheesemakers and national vendors to secure the best products for our community.
Be the Expert: Attend industry food shows to discover the next big thing in the dairy world.
Get Hands‑On: Master the art of cutting, wrapping, and merchandising to ensure every wedge looks as good as it tastes.
Lead & Inspire: Train our team on flavor profiles, pairings, and handling techniques to elevate the customer experience.
Manage the Department: Take ownership of margin goals, labor costs, and department cleanliness.
Who You Are
A cheese enthusiast with professional experience in buying or specialty retail.
A natural teacher who loves sharing knowledge with staff and shoppers.
A detail‑oriented professional who can manage spreadsheets as easily as a cheese wire.
Someone committed to the cooperative values of sustainability and local sourcing.
Co‑op Benefits
20% employee discount – including sale items
Quarterly and annual gain‑share depending on store performance
401(k) – Traditional or Roth or both! with up to 4% company match and free retirement counselors
Health insurance – 3 plans including an HSA option eligible at 30 hours/week
Dental insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Vision insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Short‑ and long‑term disability – company provided at 35 hours per week
$25,000 life insurance policy – company provided at 20 hours per week
Generous paid time off – even part‑time
Paid community outreach hours
Employee assistance plan
Bereavement and jury duty leave
Free staff‑owned products, plants and flowers
Staff appreciation events – this year we did glow golf at Twinkle Town, bowling at Yankee Lanes, a barbeque on site and paint & wine night at Summit Winery
Co‑op gear
Fun at work – we rock!
Location 34 Cypress St, Keene, NH 03431
Schedule Tuesday through Saturday, dayshift
Pay Range Begins at $18.54 with additional compensation for experience
Monadnock Food Co-op participates in E‑Verify
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Cheese Buyer
role at
Monadnock Food Co-op
Description Are you a curd nerd with a passion for local agriculture and artisan craftsmanship? The Monadnock Food Co-op is looking for a Cheese Buyer to curate our world‑class selection and lead our cheese program into its next delicious chapter.
What You’ll Do
Curate & Order: Manage inventory for our specialty cheese, olives, and charcuterie, balancing local favorites with international icons.
Source Excellence: Build strong relationships with local cheesemakers and national vendors to secure the best products for our community.
Be the Expert: Attend industry food shows to discover the next big thing in the dairy world.
Get Hands‑On: Master the art of cutting, wrapping, and merchandising to ensure every wedge looks as good as it tastes.
Lead & Inspire: Train our team on flavor profiles, pairings, and handling techniques to elevate the customer experience.
Manage the Department: Take ownership of margin goals, labor costs, and department cleanliness.
Who You Are
A cheese enthusiast with professional experience in buying or specialty retail.
A natural teacher who loves sharing knowledge with staff and shoppers.
A detail‑oriented professional who can manage spreadsheets as easily as a cheese wire.
Someone committed to the cooperative values of sustainability and local sourcing.
Co‑op Benefits
20% employee discount – including sale items
Quarterly and annual gain‑share depending on store performance
401(k) – Traditional or Roth or both! with up to 4% company match and free retirement counselors
Health insurance – 3 plans including an HSA option eligible at 30 hours/week
Dental insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Vision insurance eligible at 20 hours/week
Short‑ and long‑term disability – company provided at 35 hours per week
$25,000 life insurance policy – company provided at 20 hours per week
Generous paid time off – even part‑time
Paid community outreach hours
Employee assistance plan
Bereavement and jury duty leave
Free staff‑owned products, plants and flowers
Staff appreciation events – this year we did glow golf at Twinkle Town, bowling at Yankee Lanes, a barbeque on site and paint & wine night at Summit Winery
Co‑op gear
Fun at work – we rock!
Location 34 Cypress St, Keene, NH 03431
Schedule Tuesday through Saturday, dayshift
Pay Range Begins at $18.54 with additional compensation for experience
Monadnock Food Co-op participates in E‑Verify
#J-18808-Ljbffr