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Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.50 - $16.25
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a multinational corporation known for its membership-only warehouse clubs offering a wide variety of products at competitive prices. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, Costco is one of the largest retailers globally and is widely recognized for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The company operates numerous warehouse locations across the United States and internationally, providing a one-stop shopping experience that includes groceries, electronics, household items, and fresh baked goods among other products. Costco emphasizes a positive corporate culture, valuing teamwork, integrity, and respect, which fosters an engaging workplace for its employees. The company is noted for offering attractive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits, aiming to attract and retain motivated and skilled workers. Employment at Costco promotes career growth through training programs and advancement opportunities within a stable and well-established organization.

The Cake Decorator role at Costco is essential in maintaining the high-quality standards of the bakery department, specifically focused on cake preparation and decoration. This position involves cutting, filling, icing, and decorating cakes using professional techniques and tools such as pastry bags and various tips for writing messages and creating attractive designs. The Cake Decorator also packages cakes for special orders and stock, ensuring products are presented neatly and securely to preserve freshness and visual appeal. This role requires a keen eye for detail, creativity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced retail bakery environment while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. Working as a Cake Decorator at Costco offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive team, contribute to customer satisfaction through quality bakery products, and benefit from a comprehensive employee benefits package including paid time off, health insurance covering multiple aspects such as medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, and behavioral health, as well as financial protections like disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), and stock purchase plans. The role typically demands punctuality, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude to ensure smooth operations within the bakery department and satisfactory service to customers throughout their shopping experience.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • previous bakery or cake decorating experience preferred
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • good communication skills
  • reliable and punctual
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
  • flexibility to work various shifts

Job Qualifications

  • Experience with cake decorating
  • ability to use pastry bags and tips
  • attention to detail
  • creativity in design
  • good manual dexterity
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • basic food safety knowledge

Job Duties

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

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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