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Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
personal paid time off
sick paid time off
401(k) retirement savings plan
bonus potential
paid bereavement
vacation
Paid holidays

Job Description

Giant Eagle is a well-established supermarket chain renowned for its commitment to quality, service, and community values. With a strong focus on nourishing life’s moments—both big and small—Giant Eagle has built a reputation for excellence in the retail grocery sector. The company prides itself on fostering a workplace environment where Team Members feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow and succeed. Known for their compassionate customer service and dedication to community enrichment, Giant Eagle operates numerous stores that combine everyday value with exceptional shopping experiences. The company’s culture emphasizes teamwork, lifelong learning, and personal growth, making it an attractive destination for professionals looking to build a meaningful career in the retail and food service industries. At Giant Eagle, employees are not only valued for their skills but also for their contribution to creating positive experiences for customers and colleagues alike.

The role of Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle plays a pivotal part in upholding the bakery’s reputation for delivering fresh, beautiful, and delectable products. This position is integral to the bakery team, focusing on preparing and decorating cakes and pastries that become the centerpiece of customers’ celebrations and gatherings. A Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle is expected to combine creativity, culinary skills, and excellent customer service to delight guests with visually stunning and delicious baked goods. The role is designed for individuals who are passionate about food and have a keen interest in baking trends, decorating techniques, and the art of culinary presentation. As part of a collaborative bakery team, the Cake Decorator will not only create masterpieces but also contribute to the overall operational success by maintaining quality, safety, and merchandising standards.

This position requires someone who thrives in a team environment, understanding that success is rooted in mutual support and shared goals. The Cake Decorator should be enthusiastic about inspiring colleagues and customers alike with their passion for food artistry and dedication to exceeding customer expectations. This role offers opportunities for career growth in leadership and culinary expertise, making it ideal for candidates eager to expand their skills and take on increased responsibilities within the bakery department. Candidates joining Giant Eagle in this capacity can expect to engage in daily interactions that challenge their creativity, precision, and customer service acumen.

The Cake Decorator role at Giant Eagle has an anticipatory hiring wage of $17.50 per hour, reflecting the company’s commitment to competitive compensation. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including health, vision, and dental insurance, personal and sick paid time off, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus opportunities, paid bereavement leave, vacation time, and paid holidays. This blend of salary and benefits underscores Giant Eagle’s investment in the well-being and professional development of its Team Members, making it a rewarding place to build a career in bakery and food services.

Job Requirements

  • Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
  • 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
  • No high school diploma required
  • Up to 50 pounds lifting
  • At least 18 years of age

Job Qualifications

  • Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
  • 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
  • No high school diploma required
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Job Duties

  • Fill tables and cases with cakes by taking product from prep area to sales area
  • Follow proper procedures to ensure store meets out-of-stock percentage goals
  • Apply merchandising principles that will help to generate sales as well as WOW the guest
  • Take special orders from guests over the telephone and in person
  • Maintain quality of product for sale by checking sales area for dates and condition of product
  • Document and/or record daily known loss
  • Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products
  • Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for
  • Inspire your fellow Team Members and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the Extra Mile to provide the best product
  • Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, etc. to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met
  • Prepare and decorate product for the Bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale
  • Maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met
  • Accurately record special orders on Bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product
  • Maintain department procedures, daily setups, order taking, understanding copyright policies and proper product rotation
  • Constantly stay on top of new product knowledge and procedures, such as product information by category, special orders, cake program, portion control, seasonal items and mixing colors
  • Ice and decorate cakes by taking prepared icing and applying to cake using spatulas and icing bags
  • Prepare icing and products for all cakes and other decorated items by reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and mixing product
  • Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries
  • Operate department equipment, including mixers, scales, airbrush gun, knives, cut gloves and personal protective equipment (anti-slip shoes)
  • Assist in other areas as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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