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Bakery Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.00 - $16.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery store that is dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. Founded with a mission to improve how people eat, Whole Foods Market has established itself not merely as a retailer of natural and organic foods but as a pioneer in promoting sustainability, community welfare, and environmental responsibility. The company actively supports initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas known as food deserts, and working to alleviate poverty in developing countries. This dedication reflects in the culture of Whole Foods Market, where employees are considered not just team members but integral contributors to making meaningful social and environmental change in their communities and beyond.

Employing over thousands across multiple locations, Whole Foods Market remains committed to setting high standards of excellence, focusing on exceptional customer service, quality products, and innovative solutions in the grocery industry. Whole Foods Market offers competitive wages, with the Bakery Decorator position ranging from $16.50 to $30.20 hourly, commensurate with experience. The company also provides comprehensive benefits packages known as "Whole Benefits," which include paid time off, health and wellness support programs, store discounts, and financial wellness resources.

The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is both creative and technical, requiring artistic skills to design and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order bakery items. This position plays a vital part in maintaining the bakery’s reputation for high-quality, beautifully decorated products that delight customers. Essential responsibilities include assembling, filling, and decorating various bakery goods, following standard procedures, managing production schedules, and ensuring products are fresh and attractively displayed.

Additionally, the Bakery Decorator supports and mentors apprentices and team members, ensuring adherence to Whole Foods Market's core values and food safety standards. The role demands a thorough understanding of various icing techniques, color theory, and the safe use of bakery tools and equipment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide outstanding customer service are critical components of the position. Working in this role means not only showcasing your culinary artistry but also contributing to a positive customer experience and helping Whole Foods Market uphold its mission of nourishing people and the planet.

Job Requirements

  • must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
  • exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
  • complete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program, or equivalent experience
  • prior experience within a professional bakery or grocery retail, preferred
  • efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques and the ability to create decorative flowers and borders
  • understand color theory as it pertains to blending buttercream colors and coordinating complementing palettes
  • ability to apply proper technique when using all icings including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, German Chocolate Icing, Fudge Icing, and all varieties of Meringue
  • ability to follow recipes, directions, and procedures
  • effective time management and organization skills
  • advanced knife handling, tool, and equipment safety
  • basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications
  • strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
  • ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
  • ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members
  • strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency

Job Duties

  • assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items
  • build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand
  • complete production and spoilage records according to standard procedures, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product
  • prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed
  • merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers
  • monitor product quality for freshness and ensure proper product rotation within the display case, following standard procedures
  • provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members
  • create special order cake designs based on customer preferences
  • provide excellent customer service, addressing customers' needs in a timely and effective manner, model suggestive selling techniques, answer phones and pages promptly and courteously
  • maintain or ensure maintenance of a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
  • maintain equipment in accordance with Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards
  • perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accuracy of signage and pricing
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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