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Cheese Monger

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Cheesemonger – Fortnum & Mason

For over three centuries, Fortnum & Mason has been synonymous with extraordinary food and unforgettable experiences. Today, we invite you to bring your passion for cheese to our legendary Food Hall. As a Cheesemonger, you’ll be the custodian of our exceptional Cheese Counter – home to more than 150 of the world’s finest British and international cheeses, each hand-selected for its quality, character, and provenance.

Why Fortnum’s?

  • Competitive salary + paid overtime.
  • Up to 40% discount in store and restaurants.
  • Subsidised staff dining using Fortnum’s ingredients.
  • 28 days holiday + your birthday off + 5 wellbeing days.
  • Career development in a brand steeped in history and innovation.

What You’ll Do:

  • Curate and present our world-class selection of British and international cheeses.
  • Offer expert advice and tasting experiences that delight and educate.
  • Maintain impeccable standards of display, hygiene, and provenance.
  • Bring stories of craft and heritage to life for every guest.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A genuine love for cheese and artisanal food.
  • Strong customer service skills and confidence in engaging with diverse guests.
  • Previous experience in a deli, cheesemonger, or fine food environment (preferred).
  • A collaborative spirit and attention to detail.

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other’s differences, to create a truly inclusive environment.