Pastry Assistant

Company Overview

The Donut Affair is a specialty donut label that crafts curated, handmade products with care and precision. The business is recognized in Goa for delivering premium donuts and places a strong emphasis on flavour, texture, presentation, and consistent quality. The culture suits people who enjoy artisanal baking and take pride in detailed, hands-on work.

Role Overview

This is a full-time, on-site position in South Goa that supports day-to-day bakery activity. The Pastry Assistant will help prepare and bake specialty donuts, work with ingredients and doughs, operate baking equipment with supervision, and assist in decorating finished products to match brand standards.

Key Duties

• Measure ingredients accurately and help prepare doughs, batters, and related bakery items.
• Support baking processes and use bakery equipment as instructed.
• Assist with decorating and finishing donuts so they meet the brand’s visual and quality expectations.
• Maintain cleanliness across work areas, tools, and equipment throughout the shift.
• Follow hygiene, safety, and food-handling practices at all times.
• Help with organising stock, supplies, and packaging requirements.
• Contribute ideas and support the team in developing new flavours and design concepts.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have practical exposure to bakery or baking work, along with basic cooking knowledge relevant to pastry and dough preparation. A good understanding of cleanliness and food safety is important, as is the ability to follow recipes carefully and maintain consistency. The role also calls for creativity, physical stamina for standing over long periods, punctuality, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset.

Additional Information

This position is focused on quality-driven production in a fast-paced bakery environment. Candidates should be comfortable working hands-on, supporting both production and presentation tasks, and maintaining the standards expected in an artisanal food setting.