Assistant Herdsperson

Position Summary
The Assistant Herdsperson plays a key role in the dairy operations to ensure that we meet our milk quality and production goals while maintaining a healthy herd. Animal observation and cleanliness of our barn are critical, as is following all protocols and procedures while contributing to their ongoing improvement. Our milking practices are meticulous to ensure the high quality and safety of our raw milk, and thereby the best possible cheese made at Jasper Hill. This position is key to the day-to-day operation of the farm and requires working as a team with other members of the farm and cropping crew.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
● Feeding cows, cleaning barns, pasturing cows and other farm work
● Assisting with young stock care
● Ensuring that optimal herd health, reproduction, and good animal welfare practices are maintained
● Ensuring animals are handled in a way consistent with the cleanliness & hygiene needed to make raw milk cheese
● Assisting with farm projects such as barn, fencing and equipment maintenance

HOW TO APPLY
Email us at work@cellarsatjasperhill.com to request an application or submit your resumé and 3 references.

Location
Greensboro, VT

Position
Full-time

Compensation
Depends on experience. We offer a competitive benefits package including Health Insurance and PTO for full-time employees.