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Henri Willig is a fast-growing independent livestock farmer, cheese producer, retailer and exporter that has been successful in the exclusive cheese segment since 1974. Henri Willig has a strong position in the national and international market for Dutch cheese and organic cheese specialities. The total organisation comprises a livestock farm, 2 cheese dairies, 40 shops in the Netherlands, Germany and Austria, a Grand Café and a Webshop.

Every day, more than 500 employees put all their knowledge, energy and passion into serving our customers all over the world. And everyone is welcome to work or do an internship with us, from 14 years to  65 . Did you know that there are now more than 50 nationalities working at Henri Willig?

The way we treat each other within Henri Willig is based on the values of Professionalism, Respect, Honesty and Teamwork, or PRET. Our organisation is constantly looking at how we can improve on these elements so that Henri Willig can offer and continue to offer a pleasant and inspiring workplace for all its employees in the future. Everyone makes a difference at Henri Willig!

The family business Henri Willig is all about hospitality, inspiration and quality products, made with respect for people, animals and nature.  Our people make the difference. 
We:

  • Stand for a tolerant working environment where everyone feels welcome and where diversity is valued. 
  • offer our employees own responsibility and entrepreneurship and plenty of room for personal development.
  • believe that happy employees with passion for the company ensure satisfied customers. 

 

 

Respect for Man, Animal and Nature

At Henri Willig, we are constantly committed to social responsibility, animal welfare, biodiversity and environmental friendliness. Together, we are building a sustainable future.
Discover how we make a difference together with our partners. For 50 years! Dive into our most recent ;CSR report to learn more about our unwavering commitment to sustainable and socially responsible business practices that respect people, animals and nature. We continue to contribute to a better planet so that people can enjoy our premium cheeses for many generations to come. 

Entrepreneur of the year municipality of Waterland 2026

Entrepreneurial Waterland has named our managing director Wiebe Willig Entrepreneur of the Year 2025. A wonderful boost for our family business Henri Willig, where more than 500 passionate colleagues in three countries bring the tastiest cheese to consumers worldwide every day. The innovative cheese maker from Katwoude was praised by the jury for his strong entrepreneurship with guts, vision and perseverance. His contribution to the local economy and community, pioneering role in sustainability and focus on achieving the highest level of customer satisfaction were also praised by the reviewers. Previously, Henri Willig won in 2022 the NIMA Marketing Company of the Year Award 2022 and in 2023 a top 3 position at the North Holland Enterprise Election in the Large Company category.

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Recognised Training Company

Are you looking for an energetic retail internship at MBO 2 or MBO 3 level?  In combination with a part-time job, holiday job or eventually a permanent job?  Welcome to Henri Willig, where customer contact really is a party! Would you like to join our team and learn a lot as a retail specialist (niv 3) or retail employee (niv 2)?
This is possible in our bustling shops in Amsterdam and our farms and cheese farms in Waterland and Zaanstreek. We also regularly have traineeships available in Heerenveen and at our head office in Katwoude. Check the website ;internshipmarkett.nl for all recognitions and active apprenticeships. 

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