Position Overview:

Foggy Bottoms Boys is seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Pasteurizer and Ice Cream Maker to oversee the critical process of pasteurizing raw milk and crafting high-quality ice cream base mixes. This role plays a pivotal role in ensuring adherence to health and safety compliance standards, maintaining exceptional product quality, and providing leadership within the ice cream production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety, dairy processing, and a passion for delivering outstanding ice cream products.

Interested applicants please send Cover Letter and Resume to ------------ by September 21st.

Compensation: Starting rate of $20/hr. Higher base and salary positions available based upon previous employment and management experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Pasteurization and Ice Cream Base Preparation:

- Lead the pasteurization process, ensuring precise temperature and time control to achieve safe and high-quality dairy products.

- Skillfully incorporate ingredients to create ice cream base mixes, considering flavor profiles and product specifications.

- Collaborate with the team to determine batch sizes, ingredients, and production schedules to meet demand for soft serve, 3-gallon containers, gelato pans, and frozen pints.

2. Quality Control and Product Development:

- Conduct thorough quality checks on raw milk and ingredients to ensure freshness and adherence to rigorous quality standards.

- Collaborate with the product development team to refine and create new ice cream flavors and recipes.

- Monitor the consistency, texture, and taste of ice cream base mixes to guarantee optimal product quality.

3. Health and Safety Compliance:

- Maintain a deep understanding of health compliance regulations, sanitation protocols, and food safety guidelines.

- Implement and oversee rigorous procedures for the handling of milk bases, ingredients, and ice cream production equipment.

- Train and guide team members in proper food safety practices to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.

4. Team Leadership and Collaboration:

- Provide leadership to the ice cream production team, offering guidance, training, and support to ensure smooth operations and product consistency.

- Foster a collaborative and positive work atmosphere, encouraging teamwork and effective communication among team members.

5. Production Management:

- Manage production schedules and coordinate tasks to ensure efficient utilization of resources and timely delivery of ice cream products.

- Oversee inventory management, including ingredient tracking and replenishment to prevent shortages.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

- Maintain accurate records of pasteurization processes, ice cream base recipes, production schedules, and quality assessments.

- Communicate any deviations, challenges, or improvements to management in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

- Degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.

- Extensive experience in dairy processing, including pasteurization and ice cream base formulation.

- Strong knowledge of health compliance regulations and food safety protocols.

- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent product quality.

- Leadership experience, with the ability to effectively guide and inspire a production team.

- Excellent organizational and time management skills to oversee complex production schedules.

- Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to address unexpected challenges.

- Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

- Flexibility to work varying shifts and adapt to changing production demands.

- Physical capability to stand, walk, lift heavy items, and work in a dairy production environment.

**Join our Foggy Bottoms Boys team as a Lead Pasteurizer and Ice Cream Maker and contribute to our commitment to producing exceptional ice cream products. Apply today to be a part of our dedicated team and contribute to crafting delightful frozen treats for our valued customers.**

Foggy Bottoms Boys Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Foggy Bottoms Boys LLC, we believe that our commitment to diversity and inclusion not only enhances our workplace but also allows us to better serve our customers and the communities we operate in. We are dedicated to creating an environment where all individuals can thrive, and we welcome and celebrate the richness that diversity brings to our team and our products.

1. Recognition of Value: At Foggy Bottoms Boys LLC, we recognize the incredible value that diversity brings to our organization and the broader community. We firmly believe that the strength of our team and the quality of our products are enriched by the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences that each individual brings to our organization.

2. Inclusive, Equitable Environment: We are dedicated to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming to all individuals, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other dimension of diversity.

3. Alignment with Values: Our commitment to sustainable farming practices and community impact extends to our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We firmly believe that diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds enrich our team's creativity, innovation, and problem-solving capabilities.

4. Community of Acceptance: When you accept this offer and join our team, you become an integral part of a community that values and celebrates differences. We encourage open dialogue, respect for varying viewpoints, and the promotion of equal opportunities for all employees.

5. Equal Opportunity: Foggy Bottoms Boys LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire, promote, and compensate based on merit, qualifications, and performance, ensuring that every individual has an equal chance to succeed and grow within our organization.