Cake Decorator

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $11.25 - $14.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Career Development

Job Description

Harps Foods is a well-established grocery store chain committed to delivering exceptional value through competitive prices, high-quality products, and a friendly shopping experience. Renowned for its dedication to freshness and cleanliness, Harps strives to create a welcoming environment where customers feel valued and confident in their purchases. With a focus on community engagement and customer satisfaction, Harps has become a trusted brand for fresh bakery items and groceries throughout its service areas.

The role of Cake Decorator at Harps Foods is integral to maintaining the bakery department's high standards and providing outstanding customer service. A Cake Decorator is responsible for more than just decorating cakes — they support overall bakery operations, ensure inventory accuracy, maintain merchandising standards, and uphold stringent food safety and cleanliness protocols. This position requires a keen attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional products that delight customers.

In this role, Cake Decorators play a vital part in ensuring the bakery department operates smoothly, from stocking and replenishment to the preparation and packaging of baked goods. They work closely with their team to implement company policies, maintain store cleanliness, and safeguard equipment functionality. Beyond technical responsibilities, Cake Decorators are expected to foster positive relationships with both customers and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the company’s mission.

This position involves flexible work hours, including evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, to meet the demands of a busy grocery environment. Physical stamina is essential, as the role includes lifting, reaching, and standing for extended periods. Cake Decorators also adhere to product safety guidelines concerning allergens and chemicals, supporting the health and wellbeing of all who enjoy Harps’ bakery offerings.

By focusing on exceeding customer expectations and upholding Harps’ mission to provide the best overall value, Cake Decorators contribute significantly to the reputation and success of the bakery department. Their dedication to quality, safety, and staff cooperation ensures that every customer leaves delighted and confident in their purchase, reinforcing Harps’ standing as a preferred destination for bakery goods and groceries.

Job Requirements

must be at least 18 years of age
high school diploma or g e d equivalent preferred
ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings early mornings weekends and holidays as needed
adaptable to different situations and the ability to respond with flexibility to shifting priorities and rapid change
ability to interpret understand and follow instructions
moves lifts carries and places merchandise and supplies weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
frequently reaches overhead and below the knees including pushing pulling squatting kneeling bending stooping crouching and twisting with or without bearing weight
occasionally required to climb
continuous repetitive motion with hands and arms such as grasping gripping and turning
stands and or walks continuously throughout shift
visually locates merchandise and other objects as well as verifies information often in small print
may be exposed to all weather conditions including hot cold rain snow ice and wind as well as inside work with variations in heat cold dust and humidity
may be exposed to cleaning solvents or other chemicals
may be exposed to latex eggs nuts soy and wheat
employment at harps may be contingent upon completion and our evaluation of a pep survey drug screen employment reference check and criminal background check

Job Qualifications

high school diploma or g e d equivalent preferred
ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings early mornings weekends and holidays as needed
adaptable to different situations and able to respond with flexibility to shifting priorities and rapid change
ability to interpret understand and follow instructions
ability to move lift carry and place merchandise and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance
ability to frequently reach overhead and below the knees including pushing pulling squatting kneeling bending stooping crouching and twisting with or without bearing weight
capability to perform continuous repetitive motion with hands and arms such as grasping gripping and turning
ability to stand and or walk continuously throughout shift
visual ability to locate merchandise and other objects as well as verify information often in small print

Job Duties

support bakery department operations including department readiness staffing price maintenance policies and procedures inventory preparation department financial goals and objectives department cleanliness and safe use of equipment and tools
support bakery department replenishment and inventory processes including ordering replenishment receiving invoicing and accounting back stock reclamation and returns damages and reworks supply use and inventory preparation
support merchandising and sales floor standards by proper stocking rotation signing setting and maintaining displays sampling and overall department zoning procedures
adhere to all proper equipment procedures including cleaning and maintenance requirements
follow all company and food safety production guidelines for fresh food preparation production and processing ensure all products produced for consumption are properly packaged wrapped weighed and or priced and labeled according to company and regulatory requirements
adhere to food service department cleaning standards following company and food safety guidelines and using only approved equipment and cleaning chemicals for cleaning procedures within the department including the production area and applicable service cases
clearly define issues upfront and then use critical thinking skills and logic to effectively obtain answers to questions through a conscious and organized manner
consistently produce and emphasize the need to produce high quality products and services while being aware of the issues and following procedures that affect personal safety and the safety of others