Assistant Farmstead Cheesemaker (2468)
Location: North Carolina
Job Number: 2468
Position Summary: Duties include all processes related to the production and aging of cheese, caramel production and maintenance of related paperwork for each batch. This is a farmstead creamery located on the dairy farm that produces the milk. This position will execute daily operations of the production process, monitor and maintain product in the aging caves, and coordinate packaging and preparation of product for retail and wholesale distribution.

Some cheesemaking or value added food processing experience is a plus. The job requires stamina for hard work, extended periods of standing, bending, squatting and ability to occasionally lift 50 lbs. Following the training period, this position will spend a significant amount of time working independently but will also work as part of team to complete some tasks. Communication with other areas of the business are important including coordinating with the farm side and distribution manager.

26 to 28K annually
2 weeks paid vacation