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Cd Bros LLC

Pizza Maker

Centennial, CO

$17 - $25/hr

Building pizzas with the right balance of sauce, cheese, and toppings * Working the oven and ... A kitchen where your craft is genuinely appreciated How to apply Email your resume (or a quick note ...

Cd Bros LLC

Pizza Maker

Centennial, CO · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

Building pizzas with the right balance of sauce, cheese, and toppings * Working the oven and ... A kitchen where your craft is genuinely appreciated How to apply Email your resume (or a quick note ...

Stancato's Italian Restaurant

Pizza Prep

Parma, OH · On-site

WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Pizza Maker, you'll be the maestro of our carryout pizzas, crafting pies that wow. You'll: * Assemble pizzas to spec, piling on sauce, cheese, and toppings with precision and ...

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What is a craft cheese maker?

Craft cheese makers are artisans who produce cheese using traditional methods, often in small batches. They focus on quality, flavor, and the use of local or specialty ingredients, distinguishing their products from mass-produced cheeses. Craft cheese makers often age their cheeses in unique ways and experiment with different milk sources, cultures, and techniques. Their attention to detail and passion for the craft result in distinctive cheeses with unique textures and flavors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a craft cheese maker?

To thrive as a Craft Cheese Maker, you need a solid understanding of dairy science, food safety, and cheese production techniques, often supported by experience in culinary arts or food manufacturing. Familiarity with pasteurization equipment, pH meters, and HACCP certification is highly valuable. Attention to detail, patience, and creativity are standout soft skills for developing unique cheeses and maintaining consistent quality. These skills ensure safe, high-quality products and drive innovation in an artisanal and competitive market.

What are some common challenges faced by craft cheese makers, and how can new employees prepare for them?

Craft cheese makers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality, adhering to strict sanitation standards, and troubleshooting issues with fermentation or aging. New employees should be prepared for physically demanding work, careful attention to detail, and a willingness to learn both traditional and modern production techniques. Collaboration is key, as cheese making is typically a team effort that requires clear communication with colleagues in production, packaging, and quality control. Embracing continuous learning and staying organized can help new team members succeed and grow in this hands-on, rewarding environment.

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General Labor - Packaging and Processing

Westby, WI • On-site

Westby Cooperative Creamery
Dairy Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Westby Cooperative Creameryexternal

$18 - $26/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Night Shift Premium: $3 per hour

Schedule: 3 or 4 12-hour shifts each week, including every other weekend

Days: 5 am - 5 pm

Nights: 5 pm - 5 am

No experience required! We will train you!

A variety of positions available, including:

Assistant Cottage Cheese Maker

Batcher

Pasteurizer Operator

Packaging Machine Operator

Palletizer

Packaging - Bulk Operator

CIP Operator

Required skills and abilities:

*High school diploma or equivalency

*Able to follow work orders to adhere to quality and safety standards

*Able to work in team oriented environment

*Accept direction from leads / supervisors

*Communicate with co-workers and supervisors

*Similar work experience beneficial

*Excellent attendance and dependability

Physical demands:

*Walk, bend, stand, stoop

*Lift and/or move up to 50# occasionally

*Exposure to wet environment

As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1903, Westby Cooperative Creamery has a unique perspective on the dairy industry - from farm to fridge. Our team takes great pride in crafting cultured dairy products that make it to our customer's table and nourishes their family. We're Safe Quality Food Level 3 certified, which means we're part of a globally recognized program that delivers high-quality food safely.
Our Vision is to be the best cultured dairy foods manufacturer and milk-marketing cooperative in the country.
We provide a safe, healthy, team oriented work environment with continued learning opportunities which provide personal growth and satisfaction that benefits employees and their families.
We invite you to take the next step to learn how you can be a part of our team!