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Cheese Jobs in Vermont (NOW HIRING)

Server - Cast Member

Worcester, VT · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career. Our Cast Members are empowered to provide the greatest service anywhere through cross-training in a ...

Cashier - Cast Member

Worcester, VT · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career. Our Cast Members are empowered to provide the greatest service anywhere through cross-training in a ...

Cheese (CEC) is a great place for a first-time job seeker or a place to build an exciting career. Our Cast Members are empowered to provide the greatest service anywhere through cross-training in a ...

Cheese & Catalog Manager Employee Status: Year-round; Full-Time Exemption: Hourly; Non-Exempt Start Date: Immediate opening Location: In-person (Shelburne, VT) Pay range: $20.00/hour Work Schedule: 4 ...

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The cheese team is integral to supporting a healthy local food system and providing an inspiring farm-based campus for learning for the Farm's various programs and activities. What You'll Do * Lead a ...

The cheese team is integral to supporting a healthy local food system and providing an inspiring farm-based campus for learning for the Farm's various programs and activities. What You'll Do * Lead a ...

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How much do cheese jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheese in Vermont is $19.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cheese Maker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cheese Maker, you need a solid understanding of dairy science, food safety, and fermentation processes, often supported by formal training or a background in food production. Familiarity with pasteurization equipment, pH meters, and sanitation systems is essential, and certifications like HACCP or food handler's permits are frequently required. Attention to detail, patience, and problem-solving skills set outstanding cheese makers apart. These abilities are crucial for ensuring product consistency, meeting safety standards, and producing high-quality cheeses that meet consumer demands.

What are cheese makers?

Cheese makers are professionals who specialize in the production of cheese from milk. They manage the entire cheesemaking process, including pasteurization, curdling, cutting, pressing, aging, and packaging. Cheese makers work in artisanal shops, creameries, or large-scale production facilities, and ensure the quality, flavor, and safety of the cheese. Their expertise also involves understanding different types of milk, cultures, and aging techniques to create a variety of cheeses.

What is the difference between Cheese vs Baker?

AspectCheeseBaker
Required CredentialsFood safety certifications, culinary trainingFood safety certifications, culinary training
Work EnvironmentCheese production facilities, dairiesBakeries, commercial kitchens
Industry UsageFood manufacturing, dairy industryFood service, retail bakeries

Both Cheese makers and Bakers require culinary skills and food safety certifications. Cheese makers focus on dairy processing in production facilities, while Bakers work in bakeries creating baked goods. Their roles overlap in food industry settings but differ in techniques and equipment used.

What are some common challenges faced by cheesemakers in maintaining product quality?

Cheesemakers often face challenges related to consistency in texture, flavor, and appearance due to variations in milk quality, environmental factors, and aging conditions. Strict sanitation protocols must be followed to prevent contamination, which can impact both safety and taste. Additionally, balancing traditional methods with modern regulations requires careful attention to detail, making adaptability and continuous learning important in this role.
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Infographic showing various Cheese job openings in Vermont as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,838 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Cheese Associate (Full or Part-Time)

Healthy Living

Williston, VT • On-site

$16 - $17.38/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Description:

WE’RE LOOKING FOR

THE COOLEST HUMANS IN TOWN!

Come join a team that:

  • Focuses on teamwork
  • Supports a collaborative environment
  • Puts curiosity and great ideas, first
  • Is dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience
  • Builds community relationships
  • Loves food and cooking
  • Has fun while working hard!

Specialty Associate

Healthy Living is searching for our next GREAT Specialty Associate. We are a small team of individuals devoted to the beauty of cheese, artisan breads, and fabulous baked goods! The Healthy Living Cheese Department is an in-store gem that showcases cheese from not only around the world but also from our wonderful Vermont cheese makers. All of our Specialty offerings are unique, diversified – and delicious!


The Ideal Candidate will:

  • Cut all cheese to specification, correctly weigh and label it for sale
  • Stock all cheese, bread and baked goods (does not include Bake Shop) within the department and ensure that it is beautifully displayed
  • Ensure only fresh, high quality product is displayed and meticulously maintain cleanliness of the entire department
  • Fulfill all of the tasks for properly opening & closing the department

Schedule: Full-time or Part-Time hours available.

Pay: $16.00–$17.38 per hour (previous experience taken into consideration).

Location: 129 Market St., Williston VT



Benefits we're proud of!

Staff at Healthy Living enjoy:

Health Insurance (we pay 75% you pay 25% for single health benefits)

Dental and Vision Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Health Spending Accounts

Paid time off (Full time staff receive 2 weeks, gain additional week on 1st and 4th anniversary)

Sick time (Part time staff receive 40 hours of sick time a year)

Paid Maternity/Paternity time, up to 8 weeks paid time off!

Generous store discount: 20% off grocery, 50% off hot bar/salad bar/coffee and juice bar, 10% off beer, 20% off wine, 30% off vitamins/supplements

Half price one month bus passes

401(k): 100% match of the first 3% of the staff member’s contribution. 50% match on the staff member’s contribution above 3% and up to 5%. Staff are 100% vested in Healthy Living’s contribution from day one

Income advance program with North Country Federal Credit Union - AKA a loan program, another way we help you get money!

Free Celtics tickets

Plus many more!





Requirements:

Healthy Living's Essential Behaviors

Make Someone’s Day

You’re here because you’re a true 51%er and we want you to bring genuine enthusiasm to work daily. You get that warm, fuzzy, tingly-from-head-to-toe feeling when helping others – staff and guests! You see getting to “yes” as a super-fun challenge! You readily and freely interact with every guest. There’s nothing you like more than seeing guests leave happier than when they arrived. When your teammates are having a tough day, you use positive energy to bring them up. When you smile, everyone smiles.

Move fast and be thorough

You work with a purposeful sense of urgency. You will be trained to achieve excellence in your job to complete tasks quickly, efficiently, and with great skill, and at the same time remembering to look up and connect with each guest. You LOVE getting the job done and doing it well.

Create a team people want to stay on

Your genuine, positive energy contributes to an upbeat, effective team where you and your co-workers thrive and express a desire to stay and to grow together. You treat your teammates with respect and kindness every single day. You offer empathy and an open ear. You bring special skills to the team that are respected by your teammates and in turn you see the value in others’ skills and talents.

Show Up

You show up to work. You are fully present for your teammates, our guests, and our trade partners. You’re a reliable, invested member of the team. You bring authentic, positive energy to work every day. Deep down you care.

“What can I do?”

The words, “What can I do?” and “How can I help?” fly out of your mouth because you recognize that the collective goal of the team and the store is bigger than the task at hand. You anticipate the needs of your coworkers and the guests and are proactive in helping others.

Come with a solution

You have a keen eye for identifying pain points in our systems, but you always come to the table with a solution to offer. You think outside the box, you’re creative in solving problems, and you adapt to change with grace. You always speak up and let us know what you need!

Own it

You hold yourself accountable and you’re accountable to your teammates. When there is an issue, ask yourself, “What can I do to help fix it?” When there is success, you and your team celebrate! The details matter, and you are attentive to all of them.

Seek knowledge

At Heathy Living we love learning and are naturally curious. We love feedback; it is an opportunity to improve ourselves. You reflect deeply on feedback by frequently looking inward and evaluating your own performance at HL. You are personally fulfilled by helping others grow and love taking on new challenges and new opportunities to learn.

If all of this sounds like you, please apply for a position today and begin your career with our mission, vision, and values driven company.

Healthy Living Market and Café is an equal opportunity employer and we’re proud to hire a diverse, inclusive Staff!