Formaggio Kitchen has been an institution in Cambridge, Massachusetts for nearly 50 years –“a gourmand’s paradise” doubling as a neighborhood grocer. Nationally, we are best known for our cheese selection, which includes many exclusive items imported directly from farms in Europe. Locally, we are equally well known for our kitchen and bakery production including sandwiches, panini and nightly dinners as well as cakes, cookies and a variety of other sweets – all made in house, from scratch and using the best (often local) ingredients. We also stock a wide range of other delicious foodstuffs, including: charcuterie, produce, baked goods, prepared foods, coffee, tea, chocolates, bread, sweets, honey, preserves, wine, beer, olive oil, vinegar and other pantry staples.
We offer a dynamic work environment that both challenges and rewards those who have the necessary skills and passion to make the team. We strive to hire people with a love of food, old-world work ethic, capacity for teamwork and a drive to provide exceptional customer service. Benefits include health insurance, 401K, employee assistance program, and an amazing opportunity to learn about food with a great team of coworkers.
Formaggio Kitchen is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Furthermore, Formaggio Kitchen will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Please email resumes or enquires to employment@formaggiocambridge.com or give us a call at 617-354-4750.
Openings at Huron Village:
Cheesemonger
We are looking for a full-time cheesemonger with supervisory experience to work closely with existing staff to help us provide delicious cheese and exceptional service to our customers.
As a Formaggio Kitchen cheesemonger, you not only have access to 200-300 different types of cheeses (many of them exclusive to us in the US), you also have access to hundreds of other specialty products throughout the shop that have been hand selected by our lead buyers from across the globe. With nearly 50 years of experience in the industry, Formaggio Kitchen has developed close relationships with producers domestically and abroad which allows our cheesemongers unmatched access to their expertise. As a company we encourage staff to take ownership of ideas and initiatives, and we are committed to providing support and resources to allow our staff to achieve their goals. This has included farm visits, access to in-depth product training with producers, development of new programs and marketing initiatives within the store (to name a few).
A full-time cheesemonger's work schedule requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends. Formaggio Kitchen offers a unique work environment with great staff, fantastic customers and an opportunity for challenge and learning every day. Benefits for eligible employees include a staff discount, health insurance contribution, 401K, sick time, and paid vacation.
Skills and Experience
- History of providing excellent customer service
- Exceptional work ethic
- Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
- Passion for food
- Drive to learn the extensive selection we have to offer
Additional qualities we are looking for:
- Natural problem solver
- Highly organized
- Exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to anticipate and resolve issues/problems on a proactive basis
- Task managing and prioritization in a fast paced environment
- Excellent collaborative skills to work in partnership with department leads, store management and customers
- At least one year in a supervisory or managerial capacity in a specialty food retail or wholesale environment preferred
- Experience with retail POS systems / computers
We are looking not simply for a qualified person, but someone with the aptitude and energy to contribute to our company going forward. This position has a great deal of growth potential including purchasing, travel and staff development.
COMPENSATION: $18-$24 hour, depending on experience
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Front of House Supervisor
- Open the shop in the morning and/or close the shop at night
- Handle customer complaints, returns, requests
- Recognize what needs to be done/stocked in each part of the store. Compile a list of tasks and delegate
- Understand and enforce store policies
- Be able to react calmly in emergency situations
- Minimum of 2 years of retail or restaurant experience
- Extensive food knowledge and a thirst for learning
- Exemplary customer service
Butcher Counter
Formaggio Kitchen in Cambridge is looking for help on their renowned Butcher Counter! The butcher counter staff assists customers in purchasing meat and maintains the quality and appearance of the butcher case. In addition, the staff will pack out product for retail sale. Staff will be expected to know the different cuts and sausages we carry and make recommendations based on that knowledge, as well as modifying cuts to customer specifications.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year’s butcher counter experience, but we are also willing to teach the right person. Candidates will possess a strong work ethic and take direction well. Great customer service, communication skills, and the ability to work cleanly and quickly are a must. Successful candidates will also demonstrate attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Formaggio Kitchen offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on love of food, teamwork and providing the best products and service to our customers. Benefits include company health insurance with partial premium coverage, staff discount, staff meal, an amazing opportunity to learn about food and a great team of coworkers. Full-time or part-time available.
Requirements:
- able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- able to stand for long periods of time
- able to carry heavy objects up and down stairs
- proper food handling (ServSafe certification preferred)
Compensation: $18-$20 hour, depending on experience
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Formaggio Kitchen is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Furthermore, Formaggio Kitchen will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Note: Because Formaggio Kitchen is a food establishment, it is not an allergen-free workplace. Nearly all roles take place in an environment with food allergens.