Trainee Cheesemaker

Our Trainee Cheesemaker

Reporting to our Head
Cheesemaker, our Trainee Cheesemaker will be involved in producing high-quality
cheeses and yoghurts using milk from our own buffalo herd. This role offers a
unique opportunity to learn the complete cheesemaking process, from crafting
our popular Buffalo Mozzarella and Halloumi-style Sutton Brue to maturing,
packing, and dispatching.

As this role does involve
lifting some heavy cheeses, you will need to be physically fit. So, if you
don’t mind getting stuck in and learning from an ever-growing business, then
this could be the role for you

Key Responsibilities

• Be willing to learn about the
  entire cheesemaking process and be involved at all points.
• Focusing on food safety and hygiene
  at all times
• Packing cheeses and cleaning
• Maintaining accurate records
• Communicate with, learn from
  and work with your team
• Assist with Creamery tours

What we can offer

• A
  positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally
  and professionally.
• Stay in shape with
  complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
• Look
  after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming
  pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
• Enjoy
  shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for
  all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
• Discover exclusive
  perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a
  fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
• The
  opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the
  future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
• Complimentary garden
  membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden
  Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
• Complimentary meal
  whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate
  by our dedicated staff food chefs
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague
  recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to
  achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Support from
  our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your
  family
• A
  team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities
  including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and
  our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting
  and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. 
• Up
  to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

What we’re looking for

• Someone with a passion for
  cheese
• Great teamworking skills
• Great communication skills
• Someone who can listen and
  take direction well
• Previous cheese experience is
  beneficial
• Previous food experience is
  beneficial

Where
you'll be working - The Creamery

The
new purpose build creamery is set in a renovated dairy dating from 1914. The
whole process is customer facing and we share the journey from cow to curd as
part of The Newt guest experience.

The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and
steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of
refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens,
meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for
our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home
experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming
sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with
our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and
membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the
scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to
Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of
growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates
unparalleled experiences.