Donut/Pastery Chef

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Swampscott (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation in Swampscott, Massachusetts is looking for a reliable Donut Chef to join their team. The role involves preparing, frying, and presenting fresh donuts. Candidates should have previous experience in baking or kitchen environments, possess strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen. The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, and passionate about food. Flexibility to work early mornings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Previous baking, pastry, donut, or kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare donut doughs, batters, fillings, glazes, icings, and toppings according to recipes.
• Maintain high standards for taste, texture, appearance, and portion control.
• Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate ordering needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow recipes

Creativity with flavors

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a creative, reliable, and detail-oriented Donut Chef to join our team. The Donut Chef will be responsible for preparing, frying, finishing, and presenting fresh donuts and related dessert items. This role requires consistency, cleanliness, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare donut doughs, batters, fillings, glazes, icings, and toppings according to recipes and standards.
• Fry, bake, fill, glaze, decorate, and finish donuts consistently.
• Maintain high standards for taste, texture, appearance, and portion control.
• Assist with developing seasonal flavors, specials, and new donut offerings.
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and allergen procedures.
• Keep the donut prep area clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Monitor ingredient inventory and communicate ordering needs to management.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store all food products.
• Set up and break down the donut station before and after service.
• Work with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure timely production.
• Maintain consistency during high-volume periods, special events, and promotions.
• Assist with other prep or dessert duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous baking, pastry, donut, or kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.
• Comfortable working early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Creativity with flavors, toppings, and presentation is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is passionate about food, takes pride in their work, and understands that great donuts require both consistency and creativity. They are organized, dependable, clean, and able to produce high-quality products in a busy restaurant environment.