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Ferndale Project
Dough & Prep Cook
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$33,495 / year median in Michigan
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Dough & Prep Cook Ferndale Project - 1.0 Ferndale, MI Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Paid training 401(k) Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Bakery experience Kitchen health and safety standards Attention to detail Pizza experience Time management Full Job Description Elephant & Co. is a family of companies focused on fermentation. From beer to pizza, everything we do is built on three values: Being Intentional. Staying Scrappy. Spreading Kindness. It all started in 2017 in the heart of Detroit's Eastern Market with Eastern Market Brewing Co. and has since expanded with ventures in new locations including our experimental brewery, Ferndale Project! Position Overview We're hiring a Prep Cook / Dough Maker to support our scratch kitchen operations. This dual-role is perfect for someone with experience in dough preparation and kitchen prep who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment. You'll play a key role in crafting the flavorful foundation of our pizzas — the dough — and prepping fresh ingredients that make our pies unforgettable. Key Responsibilities Prepare high-quality pizza dough following established recipes and fermentation practices Execute daily prep work (mixing, measuring, chopping, assembling ingredients) Monitor dough texture, fermentation timing, and consistency Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times Maintain a clean and organized work area Properly store, label, and rotate inventory Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations Qualifications Previous kitchen experience (pizza or bakery background preferred) Strong knowledge of dough-making techniques Ability to follow recipes with precision Excellent attention to detail and time management Able to work under pressure during peak hours Availability on weekdays, weekends, and holidays A positive attitude and team-first mindset