Finishing Kitchen Assistant
14 days ago
Prairie Village
Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Finishing Kitchen Assistant plays a vital, hands-on role within the Dolce Bakery team. This individual is dedicated to ensuring the finishing kitchen operates efficiently, remains well-organized, and stays clean at all times. The position encompasses a variety of essential preparation, cleaning, and organizational responsibilities. A positive, proactive, and collaborative attitude is fundamental, as these qualities support the consistent execution and smooth flow of bakery production.Core Responsibilities & Training Opportunities1. Production Support • Cookie Department:, • Assist with preparing icing, including mixing custom colors, and assembling cookie kits., • Support general cookie production tasks, such as rolling out dough, boxing finished cookies, and handling general prep work., • Maintain an organized freezer inventory for the department., • Opportunity to learn and develop foundational cookie decorating skills, including outlining and flooding techniques., • Cake Department:, • Prepare icing and mix custom colors as required., • Assist with baking, cooling (turning out), and fundamental cake preparation such as torting, filling, and base icing., • Conduct regular freezer inventory counts and manage general department preparation duties., • Opportunity to develop skills in cake writing and decoration.2. Inventory & Organization, • Maintain the overall organization and workflow of the finishing kitchen., • Manage stock by refilling ingredient bins, rotating inventory, and restocking supplies as needed., • Ensure expired items are disposed of in a timely manner.3. Cleaning & Maintenance, • Uphold daily kitchen cleanliness standards, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing all workstations., • Manage removal of trash and recycling from the workspace., • Perform scheduled deep cleaning of equipment and workspaces to maintain hygiene and operational standards.4. General Duties, • Maintain a flexible and positive demeanor, proactively offering support wherever it is needed across the team., • Run errands and assist with deliveries as required to support the overall workflow of the kitchen.QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities, • Teamwork & Communication: Demonstrates a strong collaborative spirit and effective communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced, team-based environment., • Reliability & Proactivity: Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated to identify and complete necessary tasks without constant supervision., • Adaptability: Shows flexibility and a willingness to adapt to shifting priorities, following directions accurately and efficiently., • Kitchen Standards: Capable of upholding strict kitchen safety protocols, following instructions precisely, and maintaining consistent standards for cleanliness, quality, and the bakery’s commitment to excellence.Physical Demands, • Ability to stand and walk for extended shifts., • Capable of lifting and carrying at least 50 pounds., • Frequent actions required, such as bending, reaching, and utilizing hands for various tasks., • Comfortable immersing hands in water for cleaning procedures., • Able to work in a kitchen environment that is often warm and humid.Experience & Training, • Previous experience in a restaurant or bakery environment is a plus, though not required. 4N8M5aAjqJ