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Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.75 - $17.50
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a leading global retailer known for its commitment to offering quality products at competitive prices to its members. Founded in 1983, Costco operates numerous warehouse membership clubs internationally, specializing in bulk sales and maintaining a reputation for exceptional customer service and employee satisfaction. The company values efficiency, teamwork, and integrity, making it a desirable employer for individuals seeking long-term career opportunities in a dynamic retail environment.

The role available at Costco entails working in the bakery department as a Cake Decorator. This position is essential to the bakery operations, responsible for cutting, filling, icing, and decorating cakes with precision and creativity. The Cake Decorator uses pastry bags and various tips to write messages and create beautiful designs on cakes, ensuring each product meets Costco's high standards. Additionally, the position includes packaging cakes for special orders as well as back stock items, demonstrating the importance of attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Costco offers a comprehensive package of benefits to eligible employees, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, pharmacy, behavioral health coverage, and employee assistance programs. Other benefits include a health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, accident and dismemberment insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a stock purchase program. This extensive benefits package highlights Costco's commitment to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of its employees.

Although specific details about employment type or salary are not disclosed, this role is typical of the kinds of positions Costco hires for when openings exist. It offers individuals interested in bakery arts and customer service a valuable opportunity to grow their skills, work within a renowned retail company, and contribute to a team-oriented environment. The role demands a blend of technical baking abilities and artistic flair, ideal for candidates who enjoy creating visually appealing and delicious products that enhance the customer experience. This position holds significance in maintaining the bakery's reputation for quality through both the appearance and taste of its cakes, supporting Costco's overall mission of customer satisfaction and quality assurance.

Job Requirements

  • basic knowledge of cake decorating
  • ability to use pastry bags and cake decorating tools
  • attention to detail
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • good communication skills
  • availability to work flexible hours

Job Qualifications

  • ability to decorate cakes creatively
  • attention to detail
  • experience with pastry bags and cake icing techniques
  • ability to work efficiently in a team
  • good hand-eye coordination
  • basic knowledge of cake packaging standards

Job Duties

  • cuts cakes
  • fills cakes
  • ices cakes
  • decorates cakes using pastry bags and tips
  • writes messages on cakes
  • packages cakes for special orders
  • packages cakes for back stock

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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