Rhino Foods, Inc.

We're now hiring Distribution Team Members with 1-2 years of experience in food production or manufacturing to join our 3rd shift team! Read the full job description & apply here: https://bit.ly/4311Asu

Join our team! We're hiring now for the following positions: -Distribution Team Member-3rd Shift -Material Kitter-3rd Shift -Automation and Controls Engineer -Shipping and Receiving Associate -Process Engineer Read full job descriptions and apply here: https://bit.ly/494nSJT

I'm excited to share that I will be hosting an event sponsored by Vermont Chapter Association for Talent Development (Vermont ATD) at Rhino Foods, Inc. on March 13th at 5pm. Join me as I discuss my successful experience in securing funding for training and employee development through the Vermont Training Program Grant. The presentation, titled "Path to Training Funds: Guidance on the Vermont Training Program Grant," is tailored for individuals involved in developing, executing, and monitoring training and employee development initiatives within Vermont businesses. If you haven't explored the opportunities offered by the Vermont Training Program Grant, I invite you to sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eUS5vFkH I'm looking forward to sharing my insights, strategies, and organizational tool kit to support your training endeavors!

For the second year in a row, Rhino Foods CEO Rooney Castle has made the 2025 MO 100 Impact Ranking list, standing among CEOs recognized as "embodying a new vision of capitalism, demonstrating that every transaction represents an opportunity to create positive outcomes for all stakeholders." Congratulations to Rooney and all 100 ranking leaders! https://lnkd.in/ejecjn-i

VBSR is pleased to welcome three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors: Rooney Castle of Rhino Foods, Inc., Ashley Laporte of Burton Snowboards, and Eliza Leeper of Vermont Creamery. “We are honored to have Rooney, Ashley and Eliza join VBSR’s Board,” said VBSR Executive Director Roxanne Vought. “They each bring such unique perspectives to our work of building a just, thriving, and transformative economy, while expanding the already rich tapestry of industries, geographies, business types, and identities that make for a strong and effective Board of Directors.” Learn more about them here: https://loom.ly/fYJZN5Q

We're thrilled to share that Rhino Foods president and CEO Rooney Castle has joined the Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) Board of Directors alongside Ashley Laporte of Burton Snowboards and Eliza Leeper of Vermont Creamery! https://lnkd.in/epegyjxv

Introducing Erin ⭐ With years of experience working in human services and time spent providing individualized case management support, Erin arrived at Rhino Foods with an abundance of knowledge of Vermont's ever-changing climate of resource availability and systems of care, finding herself drawn to join our team upon seeing our opening for a human-centric position! Erin says she looks forward to using her background to "support employees to learn about and access community supports available to them." In just a short period of time, we can confidently say Erin is doing just that, serving as an invaluable resource to Rhinos!

Join the crash! We’re seeking Rhinos who want to make delicious things and make the world a better place from our headquarters in Burlington, Vermont. We are committed to the practice of Inclusive Hiring and its belief in human potential, removing barriers to employment by not requiring background checks, interviews, or previous experience, instead focusing on training and supporting the whole person. If you're interested in any of these openings and can commit to being on time, respectful, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eKMUDup9

In this issue of @crafttocrumb, Rhino Food's founder, Ted Castle, weighs in on the issue of labor shortages in the baking industry, discussing how open hiring can be the solution and how putting it into practice has evolved the team at Rhino Foods. https://lnkd.in/exKRxwZh

In the food processing world, “learning by doing” and seeking out experts are key parts of creating a successful model. That’s why we jumped on the opportunity for a visit to Rhino Foods, Inc. to meet with Rooney Castle, Rhino’s Vice President, and Don Holly, Rhino’s Technical Assistance Director. Although we touched on a variety of topics (and even got some free samples!), we focused on three of the most important aspects of food processing that are top of mind for Salvation Farms: 1) food safety; 2) food processing; and 3) workforce development. Rhino runs a “fully inclusive” workplace. Although there is much to share tied to their approach, the key focus is on a willingness to learn, being on time, and showing respect. Their 2-day onboarding “crash” course program gives new employees a thorough overview of not only the “what”, and the “how”, but most importantly, the “why” when it comes to important food safety measures. They also shared helpful information on their Employee Exchange Program, a model the Vermont Commodity Program is considering as we anticipate having to contend with seasonal fluctuations for food availability tied to seasonality and customer demand. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to ask questions and learn from a successful business. Although at first glance, there doesn’t seem to be much overlap between minimally processed veggies and fruit and cookie dough, it turns out there really is! #foodprocessing #vermont