Team and job opportunities
The heart of Miels d’Anicet
We are the honey farm.
A dedicated team of beekeepers, production, and sales professionals who love their work, life, people, and certainly, the bees.
Anne-Virginie Schmidt
Co-owner and sales director
“I was seduced by the bees.” A certified accountant by training, Anne-Virginie one day left urban life for life on the farm. Today, her work involves promoting honey, showcasing its culinary potential and use in body care. She is also dedicated to developing honey culture in Quebec, raising awareness of the bee’s role in our environment, and contributing to the region’s dynamism.
Anicet Desrochers
Co-owner and chief beekeeper
Born in a hive, Anicet has a deep love for this fantastic insect and the science of apidology. He is also driven by the desire to contribute to the survival of bees by naturally reducing their mortality rate through the selection and breeding of rustic queens adapted to their environment. Daily, he oversees the health of our colonies and shares his expertise internationally to advance beekeeping science.
Kaven Davignon
General Manager
Trained as an urban planner, Kaven proudly and dedicatedly holds the position of general manager. His expertise in management, technology, and regional development contributes to the growth of Miels d’Anicet and the respect of its values. Recently, he has developed a passion for beekeeping and the fascinating world of bees. Who knows, he might soon don the beekeeper’s veil…
Rosalie Parent
Production and Quality Control Director
Trained as a biologist, Rosalie is the Production and Quality Control Director. She collaborates with the best suppliers and ensures cohesion in production and teamwork. Her knowledge, efficiency, and dedication make her a pillar within the company.
Jon Boerboom
Chef of Cantine Pollens & Nectars
Chef Jon has been in charge of the Cantine Pollens & Nectars for four years now. His creativity, culinary experiences, and knowledge make him a talented chef! Through his love for market cuisine, he brings a personalized touch from his Vietnamese roots. After the summer season, Jon assists the Gourmet production team while creating recipes for the upcoming season of the Cantine.
Mélyssa Éthier
Administrative Assistant
Part of the team for 11 years, Mélyssa is our administrative assistant. Her versatility allows her to lend a hand across all departments of the honey farm. Her listening skills, empathy, and positive attitude make her a cornerstone in the company’s human resource management.
Nathalie Blanchard
Accounting Manager
Nathalie is our gold-standard Accounting Manager! A member of the team for 6 years, she is well-organized with a quiet strength. Her listening skills and valuable advice make her an essential employee for the team.
Laurence Pagé
Marketing Coordinator and Distribution Manager
Laurence uses her creativity to raise awareness, promote, and showcase the products, the farm, and the universe surrounding Miels d’Anicet to consumers and businesses. She manages our websites and social media. Her experience in customer service has also led her to work with our product distributors. Additionally, she lends a hand at the Cantine Pollens & Nectars during the summer.
Fannie Longrée
Boutique and Web Orders Manager
Fannie manages our beautiful boutique on Rang 2 Gravel! In addition to welcoming our customers, she advises and promotes our products. She is also responsible for receiving web orders and preparing them carefully and with love!
Maud Lachapelle
Production Chef
Maud is our trained cook. It’s her culinary talents that make you fall in love with our honey-based gourmet products and our treat counter. She also takes care of the desserts at the Cantine Pollens & Nectars, a favorite among our customers!
Annie-Claude Wolff
Queen bees Manager and Distribution Order Processing Supervisor
Annie wears many hats. She is responsible for the sales and preparation of our queen bees. She also supports the production of Mélia products. Finally, she collaborates with the distribution manager on preparing orders for our product distributors. Her sense of humor makes her incredibly endearing!
Christiane Poudrier
Senior Production Technician
With a gentle demeanor, Christiane joined our team in the fall of 2021 as a production, finishing, and packaging clerk. She works meticulously on preparing our Gourmand and Mélia products.
Nicholas Brazeau
Shipping Clerk
Nicholas is responsible for preparing and packaging orders for our distributors. He also handles the bottling of our honey. His kindness and sensitivity make him a colleague that we love to work with every day.
Billy Morin
Beekeeping Supervisor
Billy has been Anicet’s right-hand man for several years now. He not only takes care of the bees, queens, and honey harvests but also coordinates the beekeeping team. Curious by nature, his experiences in beekeeping lead him to continue his research on bees. One could say he’s truly passionate about it!