130 - Bashas' Cake Decorator - Dysart & Camelback

The hiring establishment is a reputable bakery department within a well-established retail environment that prides itself on delivering high-quality baked goods and exceptional customer service. The company is recognized for its commitment to food safety, sanitation, and maintaining a clean and welcoming atmosphere for both its customers and employees. This bakery department focuses on creating fresh, beautifully decorated cakes, cookies, bread, and other baked offerings that meet the personalized needs of customers. With a dedication to both quality and customer experience, the bakery team works collaboratively to ensure every product is not only delicious but visually appealing, making the shopping experience memorable for every visitor.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Cake Decorator to join our bakery team. This is a dynamic role ideal for someone passionate about baking and decorating, who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-oriented setting. The Cake Decorator will be responsible for day-to-day operations within the bakery, including the preparation and decoration of cakes and other baked goods according to customer specifications or at the decorator's discretion. Precision and artistic skill are essential, as the role involves icing sheet cakes with various techniques using spatulas, icing bags, and icing tips.

In addition to cake decorating, the role also entails a variety of tasks such as baking bread, decorating cookies, and preparing fresh selections for merchandising and sale. The candidate must be knowledgeable about food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring the clean and safe operation of the department. Maintaining product quality control and effective stocking and merchandising of bakery products are integral components of the position.

Excellent customer service plays a pivotal role in this position, requiring the Cake Decorator to engage with customers in a friendly and approachable manner, sharing food knowledge and helping patrons select products that suit their needs. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to the community by nourishing customers through both outstanding products and customer interactions.

The position demands physical endurance, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, walking, and other physical activities related to bakery operations. Safety and teamwork are emphasized to create a fun and productive work environment. This position offers competitive weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, and a 10% discount on household groceries.

Ideal candidates will be at least 18 years old, with the ability to work both independently and within a team, and previous experience in a bakery or similar food service environment is favorable. Internal candidates seeking transfers, promotions, or rehire opportunities must have recommendations from current leaders and approvals from human resources where applicable. This opportunity allows for career growth and learning within a supportive and community-focused bakery environment.