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Lead Cook

UVM Health Network / Porter Medical Center

  • Posted May 23, 2019 at 11:12am
  • Deadline Open until filled
  • Location Middlebury, Vermont
  • Type Full Time

The Lead Cook is responsible for monitoring the production and dissemination of patient menus in compliance with the patients plan of care, and working within the guidelines established by the staff dietitian and Food Service Manager. Responsible for preparing and distributing foods to patients and staff on a daily basis, and preparing kitchen production sheets according to patient preferences. Completing staff meals and catering needs, and to represent the department in a professional and courteous manner to patients, employees and visitors. Responsible for ensuring safety and sanitation of the department, compliance with Regulatory Agencies and therapeutic diets. Responsible for assisting with fiscal management, staff education and training, continuous quality improvement projects, menu planning and implementation. Assisting in food, beverage and supply procurement.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Able to read, write, and speak the English language
  • Demonstrates a willingness to adapt to change
  • Mental and physical sufficient to meet the demands of the position
  • Professional appearance
  • Satisfactory references
  • Works well with all levels of staff, patients and families.
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes
  •  Prepare foods in compliance with diet orders
  • Ability to modify food textures and portion foods correctly
  • Ability to follow therapeutic diets as ordered.
  • Minimum of two-year work experience in the Food Service Field. Preferably 1-year in a management position or similar position.
  • ServSafe Certification or equivalent food safety training
  • Demonstrates the ability to provide leadership
  • Handle cash accurately

 

AmeriCorps VISTA: 3SquaresVT Outreach Specialist

Vermont Foodbank

  • Posted May 23, 2019 at 9:53am
  • Deadline July 31st, 2019
  • Location Barre, VT
  • Type Full Time

Want to make a lasting difference through work that matters? Come join a dedicated team working to ensure that everyone in Vermont has enough healthy food to eat, every day. The Vermont Foodbank is the largest hunger-relief organization in Vermont, providing 12 million pounds of food to 153,000 Vermonters each year through partnerships and innovative programs.

We are seeking an AmeriCorps VISTA member to join our SNAP outreach team, focusing on initiatives to help people facing hunger access SNAP benefits, especially in the southern region of the state. Opportunities will include partnership building, program evaluation, promotion of our automated text screening tool, targeted outreach to unique groups like college students and older adults, and gathering client stories to help reduce the stigma around hunger.

The best way to apply is directly through the AmeriCorps portal. Click here.

Applications are reviewed on a first come, first serve basis and will be accepted until the deadline of July 31st. The anticipated start date is August 19, 2019.

Production Associate

Ceres Greens

  • Posted May 21, 2019 at 8:41am
  • Deadline Open until filled
  • Location Barre, Vermont
  • Type Part Time

We are seeking a hard working individual with an interest in agriculture to assist with harvesting, packaging, and planting of crops as well as general cleaning. Part time work twice a week starting at 7am.  Due to the nature of our growing process, expect to spend a considerable amount of time cleaning the facility to ensure the safest, cleanest, and tastiest produce we can grow!  If you’d like to learn more, please email info@ceresgreens.com.

 

Ideal candidate would live in Barre and able to work mornings!

Agricultural Business Educator

University of Vermont Extension (Berlin)

  • Posted May 21, 2019 at 8:38am
  • Deadline Open until filled
  • Location Berlin, VT
  • Type Full Time

Job Announcement: Agricultural Business Educator

Location: St. Albans, VT  

Application information and instructions for online submission are available at the UVM Jobs Site

Posting Number:    S2024PO

University of Vermont Extension seeks an Agricultural Business Educator to deliver farm business outreach education and manage complex commercial farm development projects as a member of our Agricultural Business Program. The Agricultural Business Educator will work directly with commercial farm business owners to analyze the business, evaluate alternatives and promote managerial best practices. This position will coordinate individualized and team-based projects resulting in business plans, succession plans, and the implementation of farm development projects. Applicants must demonstrate experience with business analysis, financial management and a commitment to serve commercial farms throughout Vermont.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in a related field with at least 4 years of experience with commercial agriculture in a management role, education or agricultural development role. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity of the institution and deliver high quality service to a broad farming audience. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. To apply, complete an application at UVM Jobs, Posting# S2024PO . Applications must include a cover letter and resume.

Bookkeeper

Pete's Greens

  • Posted May 20, 2019 at 10:10am
  • Deadline Open until filled
  • Location Craftsbury, VT
  • Type Full Time

Pete's Greens seeks a highly organized and efficient individual to manage financial record keeping for multiple companies at our farm. Our bookkeeper will manage accounts receivable, payable, deposits and payroll for multiple companies and participate in the improvement of financial management through consistent accounting practices and accurate reporting. This position includes some administrative / office management tasks. Must be able to adapt to a growing business. 

Duties include: 

  • Bi-weekly review of AR Monthly statement generation, collections 

  • Invoice internal company to company transactions 

  • Post payments daily in QB; make deposits to branch 

  • Issue payments to vendors weekly 

  • Categorize debit and charge account activity weekly 

  • Retrieve and file all invoice copies and receipts weekly 

  • Review employee hours and process payroll bi-weekly for two companies 

  • Collect W4's, complete I9's, set up for payroll 

  • Keep employee files & data up to date 

  • Submit all monthly, quarterly and annual payroll tax reporting and payments to IRS and State 

  • Ensure consistent accounting practices and accurate reporting 

  • Reconcile all accounts monthly 

  • Update and maintain several internal accounting spreadsheets 

  • Maintain a streamlined and transparent filing system 

  • Provide credit info to vendors as required 

  • File quarterly sales tax return. 

Skill Requirements

  • Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, DropBox 

  • Proficiency with computer, printer, scanner connections and troubleshooting 

  • Knowledge of basic accounting practices 

  • Well developed communication skills, including listening 

  • Highly organized and efficient time management skills 

  • Adaptable and willing to change 

This position is 30 hours per week. More hours may be available for the candidate with the right mix of skills. 

Salary and Benefits: Hourly rate dependent upon experience. Health insurance and paid time off available. Employees have access to our diverse array of vegetables! 

To apply: email a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references tojobs@petesgreens.com. Please include years of experience working with and familiarity with QuickBooks. 

Assistant innkeeper on farm vacation

Liberty Hill Farm Inn

  • Posted May 16, 2019 at 5:03pm
  • Deadline May 31st, 2019
  • Location Rochester, VT
  • Type Part Time

Need immediately assistant innkeeper on dairy farm vacation enterprise. Job includes housecleaning, prep cook, gardening, great social skills with guests and love of farm life. Weekends required. Will train and lodging available. Please send references. Opportunity to be part of the team at a premiere agritourism destination! 

Materials Specialist/Staff Inspector

Vermont Organic Farmers, LLC

  • Posted May 14, 2019 at 12:49pm
  • Deadline May 29th, 2019
  • Location Richmond, Vermont
  • Type Full Time

VOF is looking to hire a Materials Specialist/Staff Inspector to join our certification team.

The Materials Specialist/Staff Inspector will coordinate the materials review program, conduct inspections on organic farms and facilities, and verify the organic production practices of organic and grassfed livestock producers. Major duties include developing and coordinating the materials review program, reviewing materials for compliance with the organic regulations and conducting on-site inspections of operations for compliance to the organic regulations. Minor duties include reviewing organic system plans and inspection reports, writing compliance letters and assisting farmers with the certification process. 

This is a fun, fast-paced office and we have high expectations of our staff.  Applicants should have a sense of humor, ability to multitask and be willing to work independently and as a team.  Applicants should have good time-management skills and enjoy interacting and assisting our farmers and processors. A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, food science, agriculture or environmental studies preferred.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Benefits: health, simple IRA, generous combined time off.

For more information, please visit our website at:

https://nofavt.org/about-us/join-our-team

 

Equipment Service Manager

Vermont Compost Company

  • Posted May 10, 2019 at 1:28pm
  • Deadline Open until filled
  • Location Montpelier, Vermont
  • Type Full Time

Reports to: Owner and General Manager

The Equipment Service Manager must have excellent communication and organization, with a working  knowledge of, or an interest in, biofuels and non-toxic fluids, combined with experience in heavy machinery maintenance and repairs. This individual does not need to know how to repair everything, so it is important that they know when to utilize a sub-contracted mechanic.

General Responsibilities:

  • Perform or oversee all equipment maintenance and repairs
  • Maintain service logs for all equipment
  • Complete fluid changes and fluid samples as scheduled
  • Ensure inventories of all fluids and replacement parts are adequate
  • Provide General Manager and other relevant staff with regular status updates on all equipment
  • Maintain healthy relationships with equipment shops we work with

For an interested candidate, there will also be opportunity for machinery operation and learning about composting processes.

The specifics of this opportunity can vary based on an applicant’s skillset. A skilled mechanic may be performing most repair and maintenance tasks on their own, while an applicant that may not have the same technical ability may just coordinate the completion of more complex maintenance and repair tasks, providing more opportunity for other duties.

Education Child Nutrition Consultant (Summer Food Service Program Reviews)

Vermont Agency of Education

  • Posted May 9, 2019 at 10:53am
  • Deadline May 20th, 2019
  • Location Barre, VT
  • Type Part Time

This is a temporary, part-time position conducting reviews of Summer Food Service Programs around the state during Summer 2019.  The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a federally-funded, state-administered program to provide meals to children ages 0-18 while school is out of session during the summer months.  Schools, local government agencies, camps, faith-based and other non-profit community organizations all sponsor sites around the state.  Sites are generally located at schools, libraries, parks, community centers, summer camps, and other places where children may congregate during the summer. 

For each review, the Consultant will do an on-site visit to observe the program and provide technical assistance, then write a report summarizing the visit and noting any findings, recommendations, and required corrective actions.  The review checks for compliance with the SFSP program regulations, including food safety, meal pattern (foods and portions offered), and correct counting and claiming of meals for reimbursement.  Once the program sponsor has responded to the report, the Consultant will review submitted corrective actions and write follow-up or closure letters to complete the review.  

Extensive travel around the state is required.  The consultant will work an average of 1-2 days per week, depending on when programs to be reviewed are in operation.  The Consultant may also assist with approving sponsor applications, providing training, and compiling data for required federal reporting. 

Preferred qualifications include experience with the Summer Food Service Program, federal child nutrition programs generally, food safety, and providing training and technical assistance.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree AND four 4 years or more of professional level work experience in child nutrition programs. OR Associate's degree or higher in culinary arts AND four 4 years or more of professional level work in the field of child nutrition programs or food service management. OR Master's degree in food and nutrition, dietetics, or food service management. Note: Some positions may have certification requirements or other special requirements 

VYDC-Willowell Preschool Program and Outreach AmeriCorps Member

The Willowell Foundation

  • Posted May 8, 2019 at 2:23pm
  • Deadline July 1st, 2019
  • Location Bristol, Vermont
  • Type Full Time

Member Duties : The VYDC-Willowell Preschool Program and Outreach AmeriCorps Member is a positive role model who supports children at Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool by leading outdoor physical activities (hiking, sensory awareness and wilderness skills); planning and serving healthy snacks; planning and implementing Pre-K arts and science curricula; assisting families in accessing economic resources; hosting family and community engagement opportunities (workshops and support groups); and recruiting and managing volunteers. The member builds program capacity through outreach families of varying socio-economic backgrounds, writing non-federal grants and assisting with fundraising events to leverage resources for member-supported initiatives, and PR and community outreach initiatives. Reliable private transportation and valid license for travel between Willowell sites and to monthly AmeriCorps training in Montpelier. Minimum age: 20. Send resume, cover letter, and contact info for 2 references.
 

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage ,  Professional Development ,  Living Allowance ,  Training . 

PROGRAM: VT Youth Development Corps members promote hope, justice, and wellbeing for all VT youth. Their service supports innovative initiatives at nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools that foster positive youth development and build resilience in youth, helping them avoid opioid use and other unhealthy behaviors. Website: VermontYouthAmeriCorps.org SITE: The Willowell Foundation connects people to the arts, education, the environment, and with each other through land-based programs and activities. The Wren’s Nest Forest Preschool, run by Willowell, is a partner program to our internationally recognized outdoor public high school, The Walden Project. VYDC-Willowell Preschool Program and Outreach AmeriCorps Member serves 3 to 5 days a week at Wren’s Nest collaborating on and leading a nature-based curriculum. Supported by a dynamic teaching team, the member leads hikes, nature art and garden activities, storytelling, wildlife tracking, and identifying birds and wild edibles. The member leads lessons that emphasize physical movement and nutrition. The member serves in the office 1-2 days a week, creating a public outreach strategy, distributing PR materials, writing non-federal grants for member-supported initiatives, recruiting and training volunteers, and enhancing our capacity to support children from low-income and at risk families. The impact of this position is measured by the number of young children who gain confidence and skills in their nature-based classroom. The member collaborates with staff to maintain excellence-in-education standards, as well as build capacity for scholarships. The member creates avenues for at-risk families to thrive socially and emotionally, provides families with information about available resources, and organizes outreach efforts to families of young children. Located in Bristol & New Haven, VT.