Cake Decorator

Tampa, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.00 - $25.00

Benefits

Paid Time Off

sick days

Flexible schedule options

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Training & Opportunity for Advancement

Employee assistance program

401(k) with matching

Major medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a reputable bakery and culinary service provider known for its dedication to delivering high-quality baked goods and exceptional customer experiences. The company specializes in creating a wide range of bakery items including cakes, cupcakes, pies, dessert slices, and custom delicacies tailored to meet diverse client needs and special occasions. As a high-volume food service operation, it prides itself on consistent quality, artistic decoration, and efficient service standards that delight both everyday customers and special event guests. The organization fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both its patrons and employees, emphasizing professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment... Show More

Job Requirements

At least six (6) months of experience within the past twelve (12) months as a cake decorator for a high-volume restaurant, catering company, bakery, or similar food service operation
Operate a variety of equipment and tools including ovens, mixers, scales & measuring tools, portioning machines, packaging machines, knives, and spatulas
Skillful use of pastry bags for piping decorative borders and lettering, as well as ornamental flourishes such as leaves, shells, roses, or basket weave
Full-time must be available to work six (6) days a week, and mandatory overtime during peak season and other special occasions
Part-time must be available at least three (3) days a week
High school diploma
Communicate with effective verbal and written skills with guests, managers, and staff
Calm, flexible demeanor for handling the pressure of simultaneously coordinating a wide range of tasks, especially during high-volume times
Solve problems with minimal disruption to guests
seek assistance as needed to ensure guests receive a great experience
Servsafe certified
Work productively with limited supervision
Attentive to detail (note that some tasks require a very high level of accuracy to properly meet the standards of that task)
Basic math skills
High standards of personal hygiene & appearance
Balancing, twisting, bending, stooping, walking, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, and climbing
Frequently lifting or moving heavy items up to 50 pounds
Standing in place for long periods of time
Comfort with working in a very fast-paced, crowded environment with co-workers and guests
Must be able to tolerate considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, fumes, smoke, cold, unpleasant odors, and loud noise
Consent to both pre-employment and post-hire reasonable suspicion drug testing
Consent to a pre-employment background check (criminal and driving)
Tobacco-free, smoke-free, e-cigarette-free facility and grounds

Job Qualifications

At least six (6) months of experience within the past twelve (12) months as a cake decorator for a high-volume restaurant, catering company, bakery, or similar food service operation
Operate a variety of equipment and tools including ovens, mixers, scales & measuring tools, portioning machines, packaging machines, knives, and spatulas
Skillful use of pastry bags for piping decorative borders and lettering, as well as ornamental flourishes such as leaves, shells, roses, or basket weave
High school diploma
Communicate with effective verbal and written skills with guests, managers, and staff
Calm, flexible demeanor for handling the pressure of simultaneously coordinating a wide range of tasks, especially during high-volume times
Solve problems with minimal disruption to guests
seek assistance as needed to ensure guests receive a great experience
Servsafe certified
Work productively with limited supervision
Attentive to detail (note that some tasks require a very high level of accuracy to properly meet the standards of that task)
Basic math skills

Job Duties

Frost prepare high-quality bakery items including cakes, cupcakes, etc. that are highly consistent in taste and appearance
Creatively customize cakes with decorative borders, lettering, and ornamental flourishes (roses, leaves, shells, basket weave, etc.)
Produce bakery items for special occasions, diets, etc.
Organize stock and calculate inventory
Request necessary ingredients and materials if needed
Stock the market with cakes, cupcakes, dessert slices, pies, etc.
Coordinate with the other culinary stations and guest services department, providing the information and lead time they need to prepare menu items for on-time service
Prepare each order the Wright way, meeting the guests' expectations
Always have the order ready on time
Use and follow recipes for every batch, measuring each ingredient precisely
Ensure quality and portion size over maximizing yields
Minimize needless waste
Promptly greet and assist guests and visitors anywhere on-premises
Share general information on Wright’s: history, business hours, and directions
Follow safe food handling and sanitation procedures
Assist all other areas with meeting these standards
Maintain one's workstation and other associated areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition
Assist all other areas with meeting these standards
Keep all equipment and tools in peak condition, including routine maintenance and minor repairs
Create a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house
Cheerfully participate in a workplace filled with warm greetings, friendly smiles, helping hands, and freely shared knowledge
Perform daily and weekly administrative tasks e.g., checklists, station counts, etc.
Assist and support other departments to ensure every guest gets the Wright’s Experience and meets required standards and performance levels

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