What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donut Production Cook (Fryer) position at Crossroads Donuts?
Join the Crossroads Donuts family! We're looking for a dependable, hardworking Full-Time Overnight Donut Production Cook to become the heart of our bakery operation.
This position is responsible for frying our donuts fresh each night so they're ready for customers each morning. You'll be our dedicated fryer while also assisting with other production and kitchen tasks that keep the shop running smoothly.
No donut-making experience? No problem! We're happy to train someone with a strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn.
Schedule
This is a full-time overnight position.
Available schedules include:
- 8-hour shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
- 10-hour shift: 10:00 PM – 8:30 AM
- 8-hour shift: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Weekend and holiday availability is required.
What You'll DoDonut Production
- Fry donuts according to company recipes and production standards
- Monitor fryer temperatures, cook times, and product quality
- Glaze, fill, decorate, and finish donuts
- Prepare dough and ingredients for daily production
- Package products for retail, wholesale, and online orders
- Maintain consistent quality and presentation throughout every batch
Kitchen Operations
- Assist with food preparation and production tasks
- Wash dishes, utensils, baking equipment, and fryer components
- Clean and sanitize workstations throughout each shift
- Sweep, mop, and maintain a clean kitchen
- Restock ingredients, packaging supplies, and production materials
- Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures
Team Support
- Help prepare large and specialty orders
- Assist with inventory and receiving deliveries
- Support other kitchen and bakery operations as needed
- Work efficiently with the morning team during shift transitions
- Help ensure the shop is fully stocked and ready to open each morning
What We're Looking For
- At least 18 years old
- Reliable transportation
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Comfortable working overnight shifts
- Able to stand for long periods
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience is a plus—but not required.
Preferred experience includes:
- Commercial kitchen experience
- Restaurant or bakery experience
- Fry cook experience
- Food production or manufacturing
- Donut or pastry production
- Food safety knowledge
- Ability to follow recipes and production schedules
Why Join Crossroads Donuts?
- Family-owned and operated business
- Paid training
- Stable full-time overnight schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Friendly, supportive team environment
- Help create fresh products that become part of our community's daily tradition
If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and take pride in producing quality food, we'd love to meet you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Opportunities for advancement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20