Level 5 Dairy Technologist Apprentice
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Company: THE CORNISH CHEESE CO LTD
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Location: LISKEARD, PL14 5BG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000037411
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Application Deadline Date: 17/07/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday 6:00- 15:00 Tuesday 9:00- 16:00 Wednesday 9:00- 16:00 Thursday 6:00- 14:30 Friday 6:00- 14:30
Brief Description
The Cornish Cheese Company is a small, family run business based at Knowle Farm on the edge of Bodmin Moor, where we have been crafting award winning cheeses for over 20 years. Surrounded by rolling Cornish countryside, we are passionate about traditional cheese making, quality local ingredients and creating products we are proud of.
Training to be Provided
- Upon completion of the programme, you will graduate with a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Dairy Technology from Reaseheath College, in partnership with The University of Chester
- Your course will combine hands-on practical experience in the workplace with classroom-based and practical learning at Reaseheath College on block release
Future Prospects
We believe the cheese industry offers a huge amount of opportunity to learn and develop, and we are committed to supporting our team as they grow within the business. From hands on experience in artisan cheese making and dairy production to onsite mentoring and external training courses, there is always something new to learn. As the business continues to grow, there will be opportunities to take on greater responsibility, lead projects and progress into supervisory or management roles within the team.
Vacancy Detail
- To execute all products as per company specifications
- To execute all making in a hygienic and professional manner
- There is much manual work involved: lifting equipment and ingredients, and moving cheese wheels around- nothing you lift will be over 15kg, if it is it is considered a 2 person job
- Be responsible for meeting all time sensitive activities
- To ensure cleaning rotas are adhered to at all times, and to a high standard
- Where applicable to adhere to the organic standards as set out by the BDA
- To contribute to the award winning standard of all The Cornish Cheese Company's cheeses
- Be part of the team responsible for keeping the building clean
- You'll ensure that all work carried out is in accordance with the training and supervision you receive and in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act and The Cornish Cheese Company's risk assessments
Other Information
On-site accommodation is available and can be provided at a cost of £450 per month, plus utility bills. If you are interested in on-site accommodation, this can be discussed further during the interview.