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Ice Cream Mixer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This role is responsible for preparing and mixing ingredients used to produce ice cream according to specific recipes and production standards. * Full-Time * Day Shift Key Responsibilities: * Ice ...

Ice Cream Scooper/Manager

Bristol, PA · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Mixing shakes and other beverages * Operating cash register : Ringing up customers and handling cash * Preparing toppings : Making cones and other toppings * Cleaning : Keeping the shop clean ...

Ice Cream Scooper/Manager

Bristol, PA

$12.75 - $17/hr

Mixing shakes and other beverages * Operating cash register : Ringing up customers and handling cash * Preparing toppings : Making cones and other toppings * Cleaning : Keeping the shop clean ...

This role is responsible for preparing and mixing ingredients used to produce ice cream according to specific recipes and production standards. * Full-Time * Day Shift Key Responsibilities: * Ice ...

Ice Cream Operator - Day Shift

Jerome, ID · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

The Ice Cream Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring equipment used throughout the ice cream production and packaging process, including mixing, freezing, extrusion, filling, and both ...

Full-Time Ice Cream Production Operator Toft Dairy 3717 Venice Road, Sandusky, OH 44870 Schedule ... Add and handle ingredients, including lifting and pouring 5-gallon buckets into mixing equipment ...

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How much do ice cream mixer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for ice cream mixer in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an ice cream mixer do?

An Ice Cream Mixer is responsible for blending and preparing ingredients to create various flavors and textures of ice cream. They follow specific recipes to ensure consistency and quality, often using industrial mixers and other equipment. Their job may also include monitoring ingredient temperatures, adding mix-ins like fruits or candies, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the production area. The role is essential to producing large batches of ice cream in factories, creameries, or specialty shops.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ice cream mixer?

To thrive as an Ice Cream Mixer, you need knowledge of food safety, recipe adherence, and experience in food preparation or production environments. Familiarity with industrial mixers, temperature control systems, and ingredient measuring tools is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and time management are crucial soft skills for ensuring consistent product quality and efficiency. These skills are important to maintain food safety standards, deliver high-quality ice cream, and support smooth production workflows.

What are some common challenges faced by ice cream mixers during busy production periods?

Ice Cream Mixers often experience fast-paced and physically demanding shifts, especially during peak seasons or when fulfilling large orders. Maintaining consistency in texture and flavor while working quickly is a frequent challenge, as precision is key to producing high-quality ice cream. Additionally, Mixers must carefully monitor ingredient measurements, equipment cleanliness, and temperature controls to prevent product spoilage or safety issues. Effective teamwork and clear communication with machine operators, packagers, and quality control staff are essential to keep production running smoothly.

What is the difference between Ice Cream Mixer vs Ice Cream Maker?

AspectIce Cream MixerIce Cream Maker
Primary FunctionMixes ingredients and incorporates air into ice creamFreezes and churns the mixture to produce ice cream
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, ice cream shopsHome kitchens, small-scale production
Required CredentialsBasic food handling knowledge, sometimes certificationsNone typically required, household appliance

While both roles involve working with ice cream, an Ice Cream Mixer primarily focuses on blending ingredients and aeration, often in commercial settings. An Ice Cream Maker is a device used to freeze and churn the mixture at home or small-scale production. Understanding these differences helps clarify job responsibilities and equipment used in ice cream production.

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Infographic showing various Ice Cream Mixer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,996 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Ice Cream Maker

Dallas, TX

$15 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Parlor’s Handcrafted Ice Creams 

Parlor’s Ice Creams is Dallas’ ice cream shop. We serve classic scooped ice cream with super nostalgic flavors and make our ice cream the way it used to be made back in the day – from scratch, in-house. We source our ingredients from local businesses that use sustainable and organic practices that align with our values, when possible. We source, mix, age, pasteurize, bake, freeze, and scoop all in-house to create the best tasting ice cream out there. Parlor’s Ice Creams has been selling our pints and scoops since October 2019 at local farmers markets and pop-ups. Our Hillside Village scoop shop in Lakewood is our first brick-and-mortar shop and we will be opening our second shop Summer 2026.

Time Commitment: Part-Time (about 15-30 hours per week), Monday-Friday. NO WEEKENDS. Time commitment depends on the season. For example, production slows a little bit during the Fall & Winter and picks up during the Spring & Summer. Hours per week will vary depending on the season.

Job Description 

We are looking for Ice Cream Makers for our scoop shop! Ice Cream Makers are where it all begins – without them, we wouldn’t have our ice cream! They are responsible for prepping ingredients, assisting in mixing and freezing ice cream, and baking all of our baked goods and mix-ins. They are fast-paced, creative, and organized multi-taskers. Ice Cream Makers are always thinking of the next best flavors and are the heart of our little ice cream shop. 

Our Ideal Team Member... 

Prepares and follows recipes to a tee while maintaining a clean and orderly workspace 

Cleans as they go and thoroughly cleans all equipment after each use 

Is always thinking about the next task that needs to get done in the kitchen and follows the task through to completion

Understands the importance of working quickly and efficiently to complete tasks

Gets excited about being a part of a team that makes the best ice cream out there and takes pride in developing new recipes 

Shows up on time and is sincerely interested in doing what they can to help the team and company grow 

Is capable of standing and moving around the scoop shop for the entire shift 

Food Handlers Certification, preferred 

Pay: Pay with tip share averages $15.00-$17.00 per hour

Experience: Some kitchen experience a plus. As Parlor’s Ice Creams grows, there is potential for growth into a higher role in the shop. 


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