Chocolatier (Culinary Background Req, Chocolate-Training Provided) Montà

Chocolatier (Culinary Background Req, Chocolate-Training Provided)
Montà
Piemonte, Montà

Chocolatier (Culinary background req, chocolate-training provided) Location: Mid-Coast Maine Salary: $46, 000 - $50, 000 Benefits: Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Simple IRA, PTO, Paid Holidays, Employee Discounts Job Type: Full-Time Typical Hours: M-F, 8:00am - 4:30pm (flexible start/end) Start Date: ASAP Relocation negotiable Sponsorship is not available Job Description Our client, an award-winning chocolate company, is looking for a Chocolatier to join their team in Midcoast Maine. In this role, you'll refine classic recipes and develop new treats that bring joy with every bite. You'll work with top-of-the-line chocolate-making equipment—so a love for learning new technology is key. The ideal candidate will have a background in pastry arts, chocolate production, confectionery, or culinary arts, along with a refined palate and a keen eye for detail. College graduates are encouraged to apply Experience with food safety regulations and an interest in the bean-to-bar craft will set you up for success. This family-owned company values its team and employee growth and development as much as it values making the most irresistible chocolate treats. If you dream in chocolate and have a passion for crafting confections, this is your chance to turn creativity into something delicious Responsibilities Produce products according to standing recipes Develop new recipes for R&D and commercialization Operate bean-to-bar equipment (training provided) Perform basic preventive maintenance on machinery Maintain accurate daily production logs Assist in tracking ingredient, packaging, and labor costs to support pricing decisions Manage the ingredient and supply inventory for the bean-to-bar kitchen Maintain a clean and organized kitchen Identify opportunities for new products Advise on discontinuing non-relevant items Follow safety protocols, including proper use of PPE Adhere to sanitation, safety, and hygiene standards Qualifications 2 years of pastry arts, chocolate production, confectionery, or culinary arts required Knowledge of food safety and sanitation in a food production facility required Comfort with learning new technology & machinery required J-18808-Ljbffr