Come work with us.

We are looking for a Chocolatier Apprentice

About the Company:

Corey’s Chocolate is a small family-owned and operated chocolate business based out of our commercial kitchen in Longmont, CO. We have been in business since 2018 and sell our products at farmers markets and live shows throughout Northern Colorado. We have a passion for producing delicious, premium chocolate treats and confections and have amassed an adoring fan base for our products over the years. 

We launched our business out of our home facility as regulated under cottage food law, though we have been growing steadily and recently moved into a commercial kitchen. This paid apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring chocolatier, confectioner, and/or pastry chef to hone their craft under the guidance of a seasoned chocolatier and entrepreneur.

About the Role:

  • Title: Chocolatier Apprentice

  • This a part-time, contract position - with potential to move to full time

  • This is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of chocolatiering and confection production

  • There is opportunity for career growth within the company as we scale our production and facilities

  • This is a seasonal contract to start immediately and going through the end of the year

  • You will be working primarily on a team of two, under the supervision and guidance of our executive chocolatier

  • Contract starts at $18/hour with opportunity to increase as skill level and experience increase

  • Shifts will be approximately 8 hours long, 2 days per week, Weds & Thurs

Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have a desire to learn how to make chocolate and confections

  • A background in confections and/or pastries, or attended/currently enrolled in a culinary program

  • Attention to detail, and able to follow precise instructions and recipes and log production

  • Able to lift 40+ lbs, including ability to lift and pour heavy stock pots full of toffee/caramel alone

  • Reliable transportation to and from East Longmont

  • In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles in regards to food preparation

  • Capable of working in a fast-paced production environment

  • Able to pass a background check

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the production of chocolate and confections and learn product recipes to produce all products unassisted

  • Log all production in designated batch log

  • Oversee and perform all maintenance and safety aspects of production, including cleaning and disinfecting premises, equipment and materials, and verifying the correct operation of equipment and safety devices

  • Quality control, including checking the conformity of raw materials and products throughout the manufacturing process, as well as weights and quantities, and the appearance of finished products

  • Learn the principles of confection/chocolate making

  • Flexibility to perform other tasks related to the business (may include packaging and labeling product, transportation of goods)

  • Assist in documentation of all processes relating to roles and responsibilities

Expectations:

  • Arrive to work in a clean uniform, adhering to safe kitchen dress code (chef coat, hair back/covered, closed toed kitchen shoes, well-groomed)

  • Arrive on time for scheduled shifts

  • Follow operational procedures exactly as documented in operations manual

  • Complete tasks in an effective and timely manner

  • Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and to work hard

How To Apply:

Please fill out this form to apply. You will have the opportunity to upload your resume there, so please have it ready in PDF format. If you have any questions please email us at support@coreyschocolate.com.