Doughnut Maker

Krispy Kreme, established in 1937 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the world’s most beloved and recognized sweet treat brands. Known especially for its iconic Original Glazed doughnut, Krispy Kreme is celebrated globally for the unique, fresh, hot-off-the-line doughnuts that melt in your mouth. Operating in over 35 countries, the company has grown from a simple doughnut shop to a robust international enterprise that includes fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with major retailers, and a rapidly expanding eCommerce and delivery business. Krispy Kreme has more than 14,000 fresh points of access worldwide, ensuring that doughnut lovers enjoy their favorite treats conveniently and fresh every day. The company’s purpose — to touch and enhance lives through the joy of Krispy Kreme — is at the core of its everyday operations. This manifests not just through high-quality products but also through its dedication to people, communities, and environmental responsibility. Krispy Kreme supports a global culture of inclusivity, valuing diverse backgrounds and encouraging employees to bring their authentic selves to work as part of the brand’s unique identity and strength.

The role of Doughnut Maker at Krispy Kreme is critical within its shop operations. This position involves the hands-on responsibility of producing the company’s iconic doughnuts with a high standard of quality and consistency that fulfills Krispy Kreme’s promise to its customers. Doughnut Makers prepare all necessary ingredients such as the yeast brew, dough, glaze, fillings, and icings and are responsible for precise mixing, weighing, measuring, and frying of doughnuts. Beyond the production tasks, the role requires maintaining accurate records of times and temperatures to ensure freshness and minimize waste. Upholding sanitation standards is also a vital part of the job, which helps maintain smooth operations and a clean, safe production environment. Krispy Kreme ensures that all Doughnut Makers receive the training needed to master these skills and fully integrate into their team.

This position is suited for individuals with at least two years of experience in food handling who are at least 18 years old. Effective communication skills and flexibility with shifts are essential, as is a commitment to embodying the company’s values of equity and unbiased, respectful workplace culture. The role demands professionalism in appearance and adherence to uniform standards, with very minimal travel requirements. Krispy Kreme also requires that candidates be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Krispy Kreme offers a comprehensive benefits package for its employees including medical, vision, and dental insurance, an employee discount program, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, company events, education reimbursement, adoption assistance, life insurance, FSA/HSA plans, and pet insurance. The brand’s inclusive, supportive environment encourages every team member to thrive and take pride in their important contributions to the sweetness and joy Krispy Kreme delivers to communities worldwide.