Pastry Prep Specialist

DO & CO AG; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary daily meals

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) eligibility

Career development opportunities (natl

Career development opportunities (intl

Job summary

DO & CO AG in Miami, FL seeks a Pastry Helper to join our growing pastry team. You will wash, trim, slice, and prepare fruit and pastry components, following recipes, and help maintain a clean, efficient kitchen. This entry-level role offers immediate responsibilities and on-the-job training.

We value reliability, attention to detail, teamwork, and flexibility for days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits for full-time staff include health coverage, a 401(k), and career development

Qualifications

• One year of experience in fruit preparation, food production, or a similar kitchen environment preferred.
• Familiarity with different produce-cutting and slicing techniques.
• Knife skills and experience using food-preparation equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, consistency, cleanliness, and product quality.
• Service-oriented, dependable, and collaborative.
• Comfortable performing repetitive preparation tasks throughout an eight-hour shift.
• Capable of standing for extended periods and safely lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling products or supplies.
• Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, trim, slice, chop, dice, and shred fruits according to production requirements.
• Prepare produce using various cutting techniques, including uniform slices, dices, julienne cuts, wedges, and other specified styles.
• Use knives, peelers, slicing equipment, and other food-preparation tools safely and correctly.
• Ensure all cuts are accurate, consistent, and completed according to recipe and presentation specifications.
• Inspect produce for freshness, quality, and suitability before preparation.
• Measure and mix ingredients as directed by the supervisor or culinary team.
• Assist with inventory and help ensure the department remains properly stocked.
• Notify the supervisor when ingredients, products, or supplies are running low.
• Minimize food waste by following proper preparation, trimming, portioning, and storage procedures.
• Keep workstations, equipment, tools, and preparation areas clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations outlined in the Food Safety Management System handbook.
• Report food safety, product quality, or operational concerns to management and the Hygiene and Food Safety team.
• Support a positive, cooperative, and efficient kitchen environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Skills

Fruit preparation

Food production

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Reliable and collaborative

Repetitive prep tasks

Stand for long periods

Flexible schedule

Produce-cutting techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DO & CO AG in Miami, FL seeks a Pastry Helper to join our growing pastry team. You will wash, trim, slice, and prepare fruit and pastry components, following recipes, and help maintain a clean, efficient kitchen. This entry-level role offers immediate responsibilities and on-the-job training.

We value reliability, attention to detail, teamwork, and flexibility for days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits for full-time staff include health coverage, a 401(k), and career development