Dough Cook

Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is seeking a Dough Cook to join the kitchen team. The role focuses on producing high-quality dough through skilled mixing, kneading, and proofing, ensuring texture and flavor meet the restaurant’s standards.

You will work closely with fellow cooks to meet production schedules while maintaining strict food safety and hygiene practices. Attention to detail and reliable time management are essential for consistent, delicious results.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of baking techniques and ability to follow recipes accurately.
• Attention to detail essential to ensure dough quality.
• Excellent time management to coordinate with kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix ingredients according to established recipes to create various types of dough.
• Knead and proof dough to ensure proper texture and rise before baking.
• Monitor dough consistency and adjust as necessary to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with bakers and kitchen staff to coordinate production schedules and timely delivery of baked goods.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Job description

About the Role:

The Dough Cook plays a crucial role in the food preparation process, ensuring that high-quality dough is consistently produced. This position requires a deep understanding of dough-making techniques, including mixing, kneading, and proofing, to achieve the desired texture and flavor. The Dough Cook will collaborate closely with other kitchen staff to meet production schedules and maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Attention to detail is essential, as the quality of the dough directly impacts the final product served to customers. Ultimately, the Dough Cook contributes significantly to the overall dining experience by delivering fresh and delicious baked items that meet customer expectations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with various types of dough, including bread, pastry, and pizza dough.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and mix ingredients according to established recipes to create various types of dough.
• Knead and proof dough to ensure proper texture and rise before baking.
• Monitor dough consistency and make adjustments as necessary to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with bakers and kitchen staff to coordinate production schedules and ensure timely delivery of baked goods.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include a strong understanding of baking techniques and the ability to follow recipes accurately. Attention to detail is vital, as the Dough Cook must ensure that each batch of dough meets specific quality standards. Time management skills are also essential, as the Dough Cook will need to coordinate with other kitchen staff to meet production deadlines. Overall, both required and preferred skills contribute to the efficiency and quality of the kitchen operations.

Founded in 1976 in Boulder CO from the ideals of 1920’s Chicago, The Windy City’s appetite for tradition, adaptation, and innovation inspires the spirit of Old Chicago today. A place where the neighborhood can come and feel at ease, experience regional specialties, and always leave knowing exactly what they’ll come back for.