Dozen Bakery is Hiring a Prep Cook (FT or PT available)

Bichat Baking LLC•Nashville, TN

21h•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Firmly rooted in Nashville, Dozen’s mission is to be a cornerstone of the community, delivering exceptional quality with unwavering integrity. We value our work, ourselves, and those we work alongside as we strive for perfection while putting our unique selves into everything we make and do, day after day. We’re looking to add a prep cook to our crew. Prior culinary experience is a plus! Pay starts at $18.25 per hour, which includes a tip share; we will pay more for an experienced candidate. We are open to both part-time (16-24 hours/week) and full-time (40 hours/week) candidates. We are open to training someone to become a line cook! Dozen offers benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off, and 401(k) with employer match. Part-time benefits are also available including paid time off and 401(k) with employer match. This position requires constant standing and frequent walking and bending, and the ability to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds without assistance and up to 50 pounds with assistance. Basic math skills are required. This position requires shifts that begin between 6-8AM. At least one weekend shift per week is required for full-time employment. Dozen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, or service in the military. SAVORY TEAM MEMBER JOB DESCRIPTION The Savory Team Member is responsible for preparing, cooking, and plating all items offered on the savory menu. The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to: PLANNING AND PRODUCTION Assists Department Manager with menu planning, research, and development. Efficiently and effectively prepares all items to meet production goals and/or line orders. Communicates any problems or needs regarding production, such as needed ingredients, special orders, etc. to the Savory Shift Leader or Savory Department Manager. QUALITY Ensures the quality and consistency of all menu items prepared; communicates with the Savory Shift Leader or Savory Department Manager regarding any issues of quality with ingredients or finished product. Analyzes results (quality, efficiency, timeliness) in order to make improvements in overall personal performance. TEAM Works with the rest of the savory team to complete daily production, ensuring that production goals are met and the department is well-prepared for the next day. Communicates with other savory team members during every shift, ensuring that all team members know their role for the day; takes over for others as breaks are needed. Maintains a working knowledge of all savory items in order to inform and educate customers and staff. Attends and contributes to periodic savory department meetings in order to provide new information, address any issues, and recognize the hard work of others in the department. PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY Interacts with the team and customers at Dozen with empathy, kindness, and humility. Communicates clearly and compassionately with customers and staff. Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality. Uses emotional intelligence in order to interact with a multitude of different personalities and needs; treats every person with respect. Maintains a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn. Has a strong sense of personal accountability and a desire to be better every day. Maintains a commitment to making Dozen a more diverse and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

This position requires constant standing and frequent walking and bending
ability to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds without assistance and up to 50 pounds with assistance
Basic math skills are required.
This position requires shifts that begin between 6-8AM.
At least one weekend shift per week is required for full-time employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior culinary experience is a plus!

Responsibilities

Assists Department Manager with menu planning, research, and development.
Efficiently and effectively prepares all items to meet production goals and/or line orders.
Communicates any problems or needs regarding production, such as needed ingredients, special orders, etc. to the Savory Shift Leader or Savory Department Manager.
Ensures the quality and consistency of all menu items prepared; communicates with the Savory Shift Leader or Savory Department Manager regarding any issues of quality with ingredients or finished product.
Analyzes results (quality, efficiency, timeliness) in order to make improvements in overall personal performance.
Works with the rest of the savory team to complete daily production, ensuring that production goals are met and the department is well-prepared for the next day.
Communicates with other savory team members during every shift, ensuring that all team members know their role for the day; takes over for others as breaks are needed.
Maintains a working knowledge of all savory items in order to inform and educate customers and staff.
Attends and contributes to periodic savory department meetings in order to provide new information, address any issues, and recognize the hard work of others in the department.
Interacts with the team and customers at Dozen with empathy, kindness, and humility.
Communicates clearly and compassionately with customers and staff.
Maintains a good record of attendance and punctuality.
Uses emotional intelligence in order to interact with a multitude of different personalities and needs; treats every person with respect.
Maintains a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn.
Has a strong sense of personal accountability and a desire to be better every day.
Maintains a commitment to making Dozen a more diverse and inclusive work environment.