CHEESEMAKING PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Calling All Cheese Enthusiasts!
Job Title: Cheesemaking Sidekick (aka Production Assistant)
Location: Dundee, Oregon
About Us:
At Briar Rose Creamery, we turn milk into magic! We're a small, passionate team crafting award-winning cheeses.
The Gig:
Want to get your (clean) hands (and maybe even your elbows) covered in curds and whey? We're searching for a part-time Cheesemaking Sidekick to join our crew Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Expect to:
Clean, clean, clean! (Seriously, it's 75% of the fun)
Help make and care for our precious cheeses
Assist with cheesemaking magic
Work weekends selling cheese in our creamery's Farm Store
What You Bring:
Cheese Obsession: You live and breathe cheese.
Physical Fitness: You can lift, stand, and conquer up to 50 pounds of cheese-related challenges.
Cleanliness Champion: You're a master of sparkle and shine. Cheesemaking is all about keeping things spotless!
Eager Learner: You're excited to learn the secrets of cheesemaking.
Reliable Ride: You can get to Dundee with your own vehicle (no public transit here).
Extra credit if you have kitchen/bakery/food production experience!
Nuts & Bolts:
Part-time fun: Thursdays-Saturdays, 24-30 hrs./week. This is an entry level position at the creamery, not an internship.
$16 - $17/hr/ DOE
Learn side-by-side from cheesemaking pros
Important: Our Rural Setting & Your Commute
Our creamery is on a gravel road outside Dundee, Oregon, approximately a one-hour drive southwest of Portland. Please be aware that our location is rural, and there's absolutely no public transportation available. A reliable vehicle is essential for this position.
To Apply:
Send us your resume and letter of interest and tell us why you want to join our team. Bonus points if you add a cheese joke. This is your chance to catch our eye!
We look forward to hearing from you!
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