
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Personal/sick paid time off
401(k) retirement savings plan
bonus potential
paid bereavement
vacation
Paid holidays
Job Description
Giant Eagle is a leading grocery retailer known for its commitment to quality, service, and everyday value. Founded with a mission to nourish life's moments—big and small—Giant Eagle continually strives to lead the industry by prioritizing customer satisfaction, community engagement, and providing excellent shopping experiences. The company emphasizes a culture of compassion, care, and respect among its Team Members, fostering a truly supportive workplace where employees can thrive professionally and personally. At Giant Eagle, employees are encouraged to grow their careers in an environment that values collaboration and lifelong learning, signaling the company’s dedication to investing in its people's futures.
This opportunity is for a Cake Decorator within the Bakery team at Giant Eagle. The Cake Decorator plays a crucial role in ensuring that every pastry and cake not only tastes delicious but also looks like a piece of art that can brighten the customers' day and be the centerpiece of their special occasions. More than just a job, this role offers a chance to be part of a team passionate about food, creativity, and unparalleled guest service. The position requires a balance of culinary skills, customer interaction, and teamwork, delivering an exceptional guest experience consistently. As a Cake Decorator, you will be responsible for preparing and decorating cakes and other bakery products to guarantee freshness and quality. The role involves applying your creativity to customize orders, working with icing and decorations, and maintaining safety and sanitation protocols throughout the bakery operations.
The position is ideal for those who thrive in team environments and have a passion for food and customer satisfaction. It invites individuals eager to support their colleagues, grow into leadership roles, and inspire others within the culinary and retail space. This role integrates culinary vision beyond everyday cooking—it involves an understanding of current food trends and customer preferences, making the bakery experience memorable and enjoyable. Cake Decorators at Giant Eagle embody the company’s passion for culinary excellence and customer delight, ensuring that every guest experiences the pleasure of incredible food and outstanding service at every interaction.
The job requires a minimum age of 18 and up to 12 months of experience or completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program. No high school diploma is necessary, making this an accessible opportunity for individuals looking to begin or grow their careers in the baking and decorating field. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and involves the use of various bakery equipment, emphasizing safety and proper handling procedures. The hourly compensation starts at $17.50, reflecting the company's commitment to fair pay aligned with experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees can benefit from comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; personal and sick paid time off; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; opportunities for bonuses; and paid holidays and bereavement leave, underscoring Giant Eagle’s dedication to employee well-being and work-life balance.
Joining Giant Eagle as a Cake Decorator means joining a community that values creativity, customer service, and operational excellence. It’s a chance to make a real impact on customers' celebrations and daily lives while advancing your skills in a supportive and positive workplace. If you have a passion for baking, creativity in cake design, and a desire to please customers with both taste and artistry, this role promises a fulfilling career path where you can continually learn, grow, and contribute to a company that truly cares about its people and customers.
This opportunity is for a Cake Decorator within the Bakery team at Giant Eagle. The Cake Decorator plays a crucial role in ensuring that every pastry and cake not only tastes delicious but also looks like a piece of art that can brighten the customers' day and be the centerpiece of their special occasions. More than just a job, this role offers a chance to be part of a team passionate about food, creativity, and unparalleled guest service. The position requires a balance of culinary skills, customer interaction, and teamwork, delivering an exceptional guest experience consistently. As a Cake Decorator, you will be responsible for preparing and decorating cakes and other bakery products to guarantee freshness and quality. The role involves applying your creativity to customize orders, working with icing and decorations, and maintaining safety and sanitation protocols throughout the bakery operations.
The position is ideal for those who thrive in team environments and have a passion for food and customer satisfaction. It invites individuals eager to support their colleagues, grow into leadership roles, and inspire others within the culinary and retail space. This role integrates culinary vision beyond everyday cooking—it involves an understanding of current food trends and customer preferences, making the bakery experience memorable and enjoyable. Cake Decorators at Giant Eagle embody the company’s passion for culinary excellence and customer delight, ensuring that every guest experiences the pleasure of incredible food and outstanding service at every interaction.
The job requires a minimum age of 18 and up to 12 months of experience or completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program. No high school diploma is necessary, making this an accessible opportunity for individuals looking to begin or grow their careers in the baking and decorating field. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and involves the use of various bakery equipment, emphasizing safety and proper handling procedures. The hourly compensation starts at $17.50, reflecting the company's commitment to fair pay aligned with experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees can benefit from comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; personal and sick paid time off; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; opportunities for bonuses; and paid holidays and bereavement leave, underscoring Giant Eagle’s dedication to employee well-being and work-life balance.
Joining Giant Eagle as a Cake Decorator means joining a community that values creativity, customer service, and operational excellence. It’s a chance to make a real impact on customers' celebrations and daily lives while advancing your skills in a supportive and positive workplace. If you have a passion for baking, creativity in cake design, and a desire to please customers with both taste and artistry, this role promises a fulfilling career path where you can continually learn, grow, and contribute to a company that truly cares about its people and customers.
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- no high school diploma required
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
- 6 to 12 months experience or completion of apprenticeship program
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
- good interpersonal skills
- ability to work as part of a team
- flexibility to work varied shifts
Job Qualifications
- Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
- 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- basic customer service skills
- ability to use bakery equipment safely
- creativity in cake decorating
- good communication skills
- ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
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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