Hard Skills
AdvancedSensory EvaluationThe systematic process of using sight, smell, taste, and touch to assess the quality and characteristics of cheese.
IntermediateUSDA Grading StandardsProficiency in the specific criteria and legal definitions for grading various types of cheese such as Cheddar, Swiss, and Monterey Jack.
IntermediateFood Safety and HACCPKnowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points and sanitation protocols to prevent biological, chemical, or physical contamination.
BasicTechnical DocumentationThe ability to accurately record batch numbers, sensory notes, and grade assignments in digital or manual logging systems.