Cheesery Assistant

OverviewHohepa is a disability support service in Hawke's Bay for people with intellectual disabilities.

These people are full of life, and you will be helping them to reach their potential!

We operate a special school, residential homes, day activities, and a wide range of enterprises, including artisan cheese making.

As a special character organisation, based on Anthroposophical principles, our vision is He oranga tu, Hei oranga waiora ('every life fully lived').

BenefitsDiscounted gym membership.Free parking at our main sites and houses.A range of other local business discounts, such as Mitre 10 Napier.Discounted prices on Hohepa Products (dairy, woodwork, candles etc.).

Hohepa provides a supportive environment for growth and career progression - our GM started as a volunteer 20+ years ago!

RoleAs a cheesery assistant, you will be joining a close knit cheesery team who work together with the people we support to create some of the best, award-winning nationally and internationally celebrated biodynamic and organic dairy products.

We are unique in that our primary purpose is to provide work opportunities for the people we support.

This is a chance to be a part of a unique food production story – and sharing in Hohepa's unique vision.This is a full-time position 37.5 hours over 5 days per week, predominantly Monday to Friday, however some weekend work and flexibility is required to meet the seasonality of this type of work.ResponsibilitiesYou will have great interpersonal skills.

Ideally have some experience working in the dairy industry, preferably cheesemaking or in a food production capacity.

You will work in partnership with our team to ensure high-quality cheese and dairy production while maintaining compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.Qualifications and attributesBe able to display empathy and respect.Knowledge in food production, preferably dairy – however this can be taught!

Be physically fit and strong; the role can be physically demanding at times.Have a mature attitude and good interpersonal skills; this includes being practical and 'down to earth' about the nature of the role and being able to work with people who may have behaviour which can be challenging.Be drug free, and able to meet background check requirements (reference and police vetting report checks).

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want to know more?

Contact our Recruitment Manager on 0272654697

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