Team Member

Dojo Gelato is a vibrant gelato production company located at 137 West Elder Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. Known for its artisanal gelato and commitment to quality, Dojo Gelato operates a production kitchen dedicated to crafting exceptional frozen desserts. The company prides itself on innovation, quality ingredients, and meticulous preparation processes that set its products apart in the competitive food and beverage industry. This makes Dojo Gelato an exciting place to work for individuals passionate about culinary arts, particularly in frozen desserts, and those eager to contribute to a dynamic team environment.

The role of Kitchen Team Member at Dojo Gelato is a unique opportunity for individuals interested in food preparation and kitchen operations within an artisanal gelato setting. The position involves a blend of responsibilities ranging from ingredient prepping, operating commercial kitchen equipment, to ensuring the cleanliness and organization of the work environment. As a Kitchen Team Member, you will be directly involved in prepping gelato base, sauces, sundae toppings, and inclusions - which are essential ingredients like cakes, cookies, or brittles added to gelato during production. Operating gelato batch freezers, commercial mixers, and ovens will be a regular part of your duties, making hands-on experience with such equipment highly beneficial.

Success in this role demands a positive mental attitude, quick learning ability, a strong sense of urgency and awareness, along with attention to detail that borders on perfectionism. The ability to multitask and stay organized is crucial, as the kitchen environment is fast-paced and requires meticulous coordination. The philosophy at Dojo Gelato emphasizes cleanliness, viewing cleaning not as a chore but as an essential part of the production process. The ideal candidate sees “clean” or “cleaning” as positive steps towards maintaining a high standard in food production and safety.

This position also involves physical tasks such as chopping, blending, and lifting gelato ingredients, some of which may weigh over 50 pounds. You will assist in stocking products in walk-in freezers and coolers, maintaining inventory, and assisting with ingredient procurement. While prior cooking or pastry experience is encouraged, it is not mandatory. What matters most is the candidate’s enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and the desire to evolve continuously as a key team player. The position starts part-time with potential to move to full-time depending on performance and preference. Working hours are based on weekday mornings through late afternoons, year-round, aligning with the production kitchen's schedule.