
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $30.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Career development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community involvement. As a pioneer in the natural foods industry, Whole Foods Market has revolutionized the grocery shopping experience by offering a wide variety of premium products sourced from responsible growers, producers, and manufacturers. With a focus on nourishing people and the planet, the company not only provides healthy food options but also invests in social and environmental programs. This includes funding grants for school gardens, fighting poverty in developing countries, and improving access to fresh food in underserved communities. The organization fosters an inclusive work culture where employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful difference within their communities and beyond. Whole Foods Market stands apart from traditional grocery stores by setting high standards of excellence and driving positive change in the industry and society at large.
The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market embodies this mission of quality and community impact through the art and craft of baking. As a Bakery Decorator, you will play a vital role in creating and decorating a diverse range of bakery items such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order products. Your artistic skills will be showcased in building, icing, and finishing cakes with precision and creativity, ensuring every product meets the store's rigorous standards for freshness, presentation, and taste. Working closely with fellow team members, you will support training efforts, model excellent customer service, and maintain a clean and safe work environment under strict food safety guidelines. This role demands a blend of technical pastry skills, a good eye for color and design, and the ability to manage production schedules effectively in a fast-paced retail setting.
With an hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $30.20 based on experience, this position offers competitive pay and access to Whole Benefits. Whole Benefits includes a comprehensive suite of advantages such as store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and health and wellness support, tailored to both full-time and part-time team members. Whole Foods Market’s commitment to equal opportunity employment ensures a diverse and inclusive workplace where candidates of all backgrounds can thrive. This role offers not just a job, but a pathway to develop your craft, advance your career, and contribute to a company that genuinely values its employees and the communities it serves. If you are passionate about bakery arts, customer engagement, and making a positive impact, the Bakery Decorator position at Whole Foods Market is an excellent opportunity to join an inspiring and dynamic team.
The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market embodies this mission of quality and community impact through the art and craft of baking. As a Bakery Decorator, you will play a vital role in creating and decorating a diverse range of bakery items such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order products. Your artistic skills will be showcased in building, icing, and finishing cakes with precision and creativity, ensuring every product meets the store's rigorous standards for freshness, presentation, and taste. Working closely with fellow team members, you will support training efforts, model excellent customer service, and maintain a clean and safe work environment under strict food safety guidelines. This role demands a blend of technical pastry skills, a good eye for color and design, and the ability to manage production schedules effectively in a fast-paced retail setting.
With an hourly wage ranging from $18.00 to $30.20 based on experience, this position offers competitive pay and access to Whole Benefits. Whole Benefits includes a comprehensive suite of advantages such as store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and health and wellness support, tailored to both full-time and part-time team members. Whole Foods Market’s commitment to equal opportunity employment ensures a diverse and inclusive workplace where candidates of all backgrounds can thrive. This role offers not just a job, but a pathway to develop your craft, advance your career, and contribute to a company that genuinely values its employees and the communities it serves. If you are passionate about bakery arts, customer engagement, and making a positive impact, the Bakery Decorator position at Whole Foods Market is an excellent opportunity to join an inspiring and dynamic team.
Job Requirements
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing or walking for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires 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
- completion of 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 or 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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