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Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $17.50
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
hearing aid coverage
pharmacy benefits
behavioral health services
Employee assistance program
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Assistance Plan
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Life insurance
401(k) Plan
stock purchase plan

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a renowned global retailer known for its membership warehouse clubs, offering a wide range of merchandise including groceries, electronics, apparel, and home goods. With a commitment to quality products at low prices, Costco has built a loyal customer base and a reputation for exceptional employee benefits and a collaborative work environment. Employees are valued for their dedication to customer service and teamwork, fostering a positive and dynamic workplace culture. Costco operates numerous locations worldwide and continuously seeks individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and customer-focused to join their teams.

This particular opportunity at Costco is for a Cake Decorator position. The role involves preparing and decorating a variety of cakes, including cutting, filling, and icing them to meet high standards. Precision and creativity are essential as the decorator will also use pastry bags and tips to write messages and apply decorative touches on cakes. In addition to cake decoration, the position requires packaging cakes for both special orders and general back stock. This role is integral in ensuring that Costco’s bakery section maintains quality presentation and customer satisfaction.

Although specific details on employment type and salary are unavailable, the position offers eligibility for Costco's comprehensive benefits package. Employees receive paid time off, extensive health benefits covering medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, pharmacy, behavioral health, and employee assistance programs, among others. Additional benefits include health care reimbursement accounts, dependent care assistance plans, short- and long-term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and a stock purchase plan for eligible employees.

Candidates interested in the Cake Decorator role should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining cleanliness, adhering to food safety standards, and collaborating effectively with fellow bakery staff to meet production and quality goals. While the posting does not specify required qualifications or experience, a passion for baking and cake decoration is highly advantageous. Professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering visually appealing and delicious products will be crucial for success in this position. The role also offers an opportunity for growth and development within Costco's bakery department.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Experience in bakery or cake decorating roles preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination
  • Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends
  • Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene
  • Reliable and punctual work ethic

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in cake decoration or bakery operations preferred
  • Ability to use pastry bags and decorating tools
  • Attention to detail in cake presentation
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic knowledge of food safety standards
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Customer service orientation

Job Duties

  • Cut, fill and ice cakes
  • Decorate and write messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips
  • Package cakes for special orders and back stock
  • Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards in the bakery area
  • Collaborate with bakery team members to meet production goals
  • Ensure high-quality presentation of all baked goods
  • Assist in inventory management of bakery supplies

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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