Temple Wilton Community Farm is a small biodynamic CSA farm that started in 85/86. We are the oldest continually operating CSA in the United States. Our farm grows vegetables and raises livestock animals for meat and dairy. We have around 20 milking cows. Besides milk, the small creamery on site offers 13 different types of cheese and yogurt.
 

We are committed to our community, which includes the animals and the land. Cows keep their horns, which are an integral part of their being, and live on pasture for as long as weather permits. Grass for feed, compost for fields, and ingredients for planting come from within the farm as much as possible. Rather than work within a profit driven model, we strive to work sustainably with the land for the betterment of our community as a whole.  

Looking for Apprentice to Make and Sell Cheese

*September to December*
 

Temple-Wilton-Community Farm www.twcfarm.com, a Biodynamic CSA established in 1986, is looking for a passionate individual interested in apprenticing to make cheese.
 

The creamery processes approximately 200 gallons of cow’s milk into yoghurt and cheese every week. We currently make 14 different types of cheese, ranging from soft to extra hard. 

This is a practical training in cheese making. You will learn:

• How to make different kinds of cheese including (but not limited to) Gouda, Alpine Style, Quark, Blue Cheese, Camembert, Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Feta
• How to make yoghurt
• Cave Management (washing, brining, flipping, and overall age management of cheese)
• Selling cheese
• Additional skills determined by your interest

Apprentice Requirements:

• Loves cheese!
• Sincere interest in learning how to make and sell cheese
• Hard working
• Pays close attention to detail
• Gives attention to cleanliness and takes  joy in cleaning
• Always tries to give their best
• Ability to work alone and take on responsibilities
• Computer skills are welcome as well as a willingness to do some chores on the farm.  A love for animals is much appreciated.

There is space to do your own projects like making/ developing a new cheese.
 

Besides the many hours dedicated to training as a cheese maker, you will be compensated with a bedroom in a beautiful house with other workers of the farm, access to all foods produced by the farm, and a stipend of $500/ month.