Dough Maker

The Dough Maker will report to the Kitchen Manager and is responsible for making pizza dough according to predetermined specs. This person will provide excellent guest experience and help carry out our overall mission to make the best beverages, and now pizza, in the world and to serve them in the most friendly and memorable environment possible.

This position is part-time, based in South Deerfield, MA, will require availability starting as early as 5am daily.

The starting base rate for this position is $19-$21/hr. Compensation is only one component of the total rewards package, as this role is eligible for participation in the company bonus program and a robust perks package.

As a Dough Maker, you will be responsible for the following:

• Preparing high-quality pizza dough according to Tree House standardized protocols
• Preparing high-quality pizzas according to Tree House standardized protocols
• Continuing to adapt Tree House pizza SOP for variable conditions as they present themselves in Deerfield, including but not limited to ingredient sourcing and trialing, cooking methodologies, kitchen conditions, and customer volume. 
• Monitoring the rising of the dough
• Prepping and portioning pizza toppings to ensure success of the pizza service
• Communicating with retail management and staff of any changes to the menu as needed
• Being aware of ingredients in products that would need to be communicated to customers in the case of any potential food allergies
• Monitoring inventory and notifying management of low stock levels as necessary
• Keeping work areas and overall kitchen sanitized and clean
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Previous work experience as a baker or dough maker in a professional setting required
• A food handler’s license is preferred; ability to obtain is required
• Hands-on experience with preparing pizza doughs
• Proven food preparation and food handling experience, including manual dexterity in operating cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Working knowledge of proper food handling procedures
• Able to stand for the majority of the shifts
• Bend, stoop and twist, as well as lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs with assistance
• Able to operate a manual pallet jack
• Able to regularly move up and down stairs without issue
• The ability to follow standardized recipes
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to work in a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills

 

Benefits and Perks!

• Wellness reimbursement
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Birthday Paid Day Off
• 40 hours of sick time per year at an accrued rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• 401k with company match, 100% vested starting at enrollment 
• Paid volunteer hours
• Pet Insurance available at discounted group rate
• Complimentary nutrition consultations 
• Annual Employee Benefit Card: preloaded $500 credit for Beer, Merch or other products 
• Discount of 50% on all products for personal use
• 3 free drafts and 2 free crew cans per shift
• 3 free drafts per guest for your immediate family when visiting 
• 2 items per year embroidery benefit