We anticipate having 20+ heifer calves between now and March.  As we do not need that many replacements we will be offering them for sale when they are born.   $150 each.  These heifers are certified organic by VOF and can be registered.

Our farm received a gold award from Organic Valley in 2022.  This means our average SCC was less than 100,000, our Standard Plate Count average was below 20 and our PI Count average was less than 30 in 2022.  Our cows have good genetics and longevity (oldest lady in the barn is 14).  This is why we don’t need quite so many heifers.

The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE) in Hardwick Vermont is looking for a dynamic and reliable individual to join our Just Cut production team! CAE’s social enterprise, Just Cut, has two primary goals; fair prices for our farm partners, and consistent, high-quality local products for institutions such as schools, hospitals, and colleges. This is a part-time, hourly position with seasonal fluctuations, working in an industrial kitchen setting where safe food handling practices, working closely with a team, and attention to detail are required. Morning shifts are preferable. The ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work on your feet all day is a necessity.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

• Position: Just Cut Production Assistant
• Reports to: Just Cut Program Manager 
• Schedule: 1-3 days a week, morning shifts preferred, part-time, hours may fluctuate seasonally
• Compensation: 18.50 per hour/part-time, non-exempt 
• Benefits: Paid time off, quarterly phone stipend, eligible for QSHERA after 2 months of employment

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• This is a physical job requiring repetitive movements, standing for duration of shift, and ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work with a team in an industrial kitchen setting
• Ability to work in hot and cold settings
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
• Follow all food safety protocols and best practices
• Position requires attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, and receive feedback
• Clean and sanitize equipment, kitchen, and warehouse following SOP
• Dress in required production footwear, uniform, hair & beard nets, or other necessary kitchen safety gear 
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Physical Demands:

• Indoor work in Kitchen
• Ability to work in cold environments including walk-in coolers and freezers
• Periodic work outdoors
• Bending, twisting and reaching
• Standing and walking: the ability to stand for up to 8 hours a day, several days a week 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and repeatedly, occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Pushing and pulling carts up to 600 lbs
• Repetitive use of hands
• Fine motor skills for cutting, mixing, stacking, food prep, and similar activities
• Able to work with and safely handle all products in our kitchen; produce, flour, peanuts, etc
• With proper training, use manual and electric pallet jacks to occasionally maneuver raw and finished products throughout warehouse, freezers, and cooler space
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Mental demands: 

• Ability to take directions quickly and efficiently and able to follow established procedures
• Ability to be detail-oriented, and focused on specific tasks to completion
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HIRING PROCESS
We are looking to fill this job position immediately and will accept applications until the position is filled. Selected candidates will have an initial phone interview, followed by a tour of Just Cut’s kitchen space. Candidates will be asked to provide references. CAE is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. CAE will make any reasonable accommodations needed for individuals with disabilities during the interview process and for our staff. For accommodation inquiries, please contact our Admin Operations Coordinator at [email protected].

TO APPLY
Email [email protected] with your resume and include “Just Cut Production Assistant” in your email subject line. We’re interested to hear your thoughts on any life or work experience as it relates to this position. Let us know if you have any questions!

Are you passionate about natural foods? Love interacting with customers? Have great kitchen skills?

We are seeking motivated kitchen staff to join our friendly team in delivering excellent customer service while working in our deli. This entry-level role offers part-time hours for a dependable team member with benefits. Benefits include a 20% store discount, optional dental and vision, profit-sharing bonus, 3+ weeks paid time off, and more.

Our ideal candidate has professional kitchen experience in:

• Preparing large volumes of food following high standards
• Working efficiently with great knife skills to meet goals
• Providing excellent customer service in a fast paced environment with strong communication skills
• Maintaining ServSafe safety and sanitation guidelines

This is a full-time or part-time position. Benefits include medical (30+ hours/week), optional dental and vision, 20% store discount, profit-sharing bonus, 3+ weeks paid time off, 401k with matching 3%, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, and more.