JOB OPENING: APPRENTICE CHEESEMAKER

We are looking for a full-time cheesemaking apprentice to assist the owner/head cheesemaker with producing aged and fresh sheep cheeses as well as sheep yogurt. This will be a six month hands-on apprenticeship with the potential to become the main cheesemaker at the end of the apprenticeship period. Responsibilities to include the manufacture and aging of cheeses as well as 1 to 2 farmers markets per week, cutting and wrapping cheese for farmers markets, and packaging yogurt. Previous cheesemaking experience a plus but not required. Dairy work includes a lot of washing and cleaning, as well as physical work. Should be able to lift 50 lbs, and have a strong attention to detail. Must be able to work weekends. $12/hr DOE. On-farm housing may be possible.

Clean driving record and valid license required.

Non-smokers only please.  

To apply send resume and list of references to: rebeccajaneking@gmail.com