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Sugar Shack Manager-Maple Syrup Producer
In the pristine Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania
Pocono Mountain Maple is Pennsylvania's largest organic maple farm offering a variety of products and will be launching Maple Water this spring. This is the chance of a lifetime for the right candidate who is passionate about maple syrup production and wants to take on the challenge of launching maple water with us. The Sugar Shack Manager oversees the operation of our Sugar Shack and manages our 22-23k trees we tap on the mountain in January. This job will be very physically demanding but very rewarding to see your hard work come to life. The ideal candidate must be motivated to work hard and grow with the position. This includes leading the team to our highest maple syrup production numbers yet.
SALARY:
$68,000 - $76,000 annually based on experience + opportunities for bonus pay (including bonus pay for total barrel count)
YOUR BENEFITS FOR THIS ROLE
Employee Discount
Paid Time Off
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
On-Site Gym
Profit Sharing after 18 months of employment
Relocation Assistance for Candidates Who Meet All Qualifications
Continuous learning is encouraged with reimbursement provided for all pre-approved development opportunities including travel
RESPONSIBILITIES
Production Oversight : Managing the production of maple syrup, ensuring the sap is collected from maple trees and processed efficiently during the sugaring season.
Staff Management : Hiring, training, and supervising staff involved in sap collection, syrup production, food preparation, and customer service.
Customer Service : Ensuring a pleasant experience for visitors, which may involve running maple tours, explaining the maple syrup process, and offering tastings or activities related to maple syrup production.
Facility Maintenance : Overseeing the cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the facility, including maintaining equipment used in syrup production.
Inventory & Supplies : Managing inventory of maple syrup and related products, as well as other supplies needed for the shack's operations, such as food ingredients and cooking equipment maintenance.
Financial Management : Tracking expenses, setting prices for products and services, and ensuring profitability.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 4 years of experience as Sugar Shack Manager or Maple Syrup Producer (preferred)
-Must be an active learner with good organizational and communication skills
-Skilled at overseeing and managing farm projects, planning & production with team input
-Experience in supervising and leading in a team environment
-Must be able to maintain equipment on a timely basis
-Experience with landscaping and caretaker responsibilities
-Must be able to help manage sugar shack budget
-Grounds keeping and property maintenance experience preferred
-Ability to lift 50lbs+
-Knowledge of Excel, Word, or Google Drive preferred
-Have a sense of humor and the ability to persevere
-Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to commute/relocate to Newfoundland, PA 18445 and reliably commute/plan to relocate before starting work is preferred. If you're interested in this role, but prefer a seasonal position, apply and let's talk. We're willing to be flexible with qualified candidates.
WORK LOCATION
In-person in Newfoundland, PA. Just 2 hours from NYC & Philadelphia
APPLY TODAY!
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Pocono Mountain Maple is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
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