How to hire a dough maker

How to hire a dough maker, step by step

Here's a step-by-step dough maker hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a dough maker job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new dough maker
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

Post a dough maker job for free, promote it for a fee

Post free

1. Identify your hiring needs

   The dough maker hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A dough maker's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, dough makers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of dough makers.

   Type of Dough Maker	Description	Hourly rate
   Dough Maker	Bakers mix ingredients according to recipes to make breads, pastries, and other baked goods.	$10-24
   Baker	Bakers arrange quality ingredients to mix and craft specific recipes to make all kinds of pastries and baked goods such as cookies, brownies, muffins, bread, tortillas, and cakes. They prepare doughs, batters, icings, or fillings and use several types of equipment like scales or graduated containers to weigh or quantify ingredients... Show more	$10-19
   Pizza Maker	As the name entails, pizza makers are the individuals who prepare pizza at restaurants and stores that include pizza in their menus. Besides preparing pizza, they also help with other kitchen operations such as packaging food items, cooking different menus, and maintaining the kitchen and kitchen equipment... Show more	$10-17

   Show more

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Food Safety
   • Safety Standards
   • Customer Orders
   • POS
   • Food Products
   • Food Orders
   • Cooking Surfaces

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage cleanliness and readiness of cooking equipment.
   • Deliver smoothies with proper ingredient measurements and an enthusiastic attitude throughout entire process consistently.
   • Slice and pit fruit for garnishing drinks.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your dough maker job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A dough maker can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, dough makers' average salary in mississippi is 48% less than in new hampshire.
   • Seniority. Entry-level dough makers 57% less than senior-level dough makers.
   • Certifications. A dough maker with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a dough maker's salary.

   Average dough maker salary

   $16.44hourly

   $34,187 yearly

   ---

   Entry-level dough maker salary

   $22,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a dough maker job description

   A dough maker job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a dough maker job description:

   Dough maker job description example

   *Buddy's Story *
   
   Over 75 years ago a new style of pizza was born in the Motor City, and it was different. What makes a pizza Detroit-Style?
   
   The same things that made Detroit, MI- a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of heart. It's what sparked an original idea back in 1946 to take a steel auto pan, create something new and make Buddy's the birthplace of Detroit-Style Pizza. Detroit-Style Pizza is recognizable by its iconic square shape and crunchy, cheesy corner slices.
   
   Founded on the corner of Six Mile and Conant Buddy's has now grown to over 20 locations and is expanding throughout the mid-west to introduce Detroit-Style Pizza beyond the Detroit area.
   
   *Dough (Job Overview)*
   
   *Dough Maker*
   
   Buddy's Pizza is currently seeking great people to join our team! Our ideal candidates share a passion for food, people and providing the highest-level experiences to our guests. With Buddy's Pizza expanding comes opportunities galore! We offer flexible hours, competitive wages, health benefits, and meal discounts.
   
   Our Dough Makers play an essential role in serving our guests and delivering a great dining experience! The primary objective of a dough maker is to consistently prepare Buddy's award-winning dough to our specifications. It is essential that our pizzas meet the high expectations of our Guests. As a valued member of Buddy's team, you are entrusted with our secret recipe. Being responsible for the continued success of a Detroit landmark is a big responsibility; one we hope you will respect and be proud to be a part of.
   
   *Cheese (Responsibilities)*
   * Prepare and stretch Buddy's famous dough to specifications and standards in a timely manner.
   * Responsible for the completion of the daily prep list to ensure consistency and quality.
   * Ensure high quality of pizza ingredients during production and storage processes including storing, labeling, and rotating product properly.
   * Communicate directly with Managers when a dough prep concern arises.
   * Demonstrates teamwork by assisting other employees with their duties as needed.
   * Ensures kitchen workstations remain spotless, clean, and sanitized.
   * Maintains a favorable work relationship with all company employees, to promote a harmonious and professional environment.
   * Follows health and safety guidelines.
   * Always provides a favorable image of Buddy's Pizza.
   * Performs all other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
   
   *Toppings (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)*
   * High energy working to lead, train, and keep up with the pace of the restaurant and the team
   * Dependable team player with successful record of work attendance
   * Ability to listen and communicate effectively
   * Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time
   * Ability reach, lift, bend and carry heavy objects
   * Must be at least 18 years of age
   * Must always adhere to Buddy's uniform policy and standards
   * Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and weekends
   
   *Sauce (Education and Experience): *
   * Kitchen experience is recommended
   
   *Extra Toppings (Certifications & Licenses): *
   * None
   
   *Physical & Safety Requirements: *
   * Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided and required to be used as required.
   * Follows health and safety guidelines.
   * Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
   * Ability to reach, lift, bend and carry 55 lbs.
   
   *EEO*
   
   At Buddy's we have a long history of celebrating diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that accepts all individuals and their differences. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit discrimination and harassment in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
   
   Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
   
   Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
   
   Benefits:
   * Dental insurance
   * Disability insurance
   * Employee discount
   * Flexible schedule
   * Health insurance
   * Life insurance
   * Paid time off
   * Referral program
   * Vision insurance
   Physical setting:
   * Café
   Schedule:
   * Day shift
   * Holidays
   * Weekend availability
   
   Ability to commute/relocate:
   * Detroit, MI 48226: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
   
   Shift availability:
   * Day Shift (Required)
   
   Work Location: One location

   Copy this example

   

5. Post your job

   To find dough makers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any dough makers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level dough makers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your dough maker job on Zippia to find and recruit dough maker candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit dough makers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new dough maker

   Once you've selected the best dough maker candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new dough maker first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

   Sign up to download full list

   Sign up

How much does it cost to hire a dough maker?