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Cake Decorator

Job Overview

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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical 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
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
401(k) Plan
stock purchase plan

Job Description

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a leading global retailer renowned for offering a wide range of quality products at competitive prices to its members. Established as a membership warehouse club, Costco operates bulk-selling warehouses that provide a unique shopping experience focusing on efficiency and value. Known for its commitment to customer service, quality products, and value, Costco continues to be a preferred destination for millions of members across the United States and internationally. The company offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities, reflecting its status as a top employer in the retail sector.

The posted position is centered around the bakery department, specifically the role of a Cake Decorator. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that cakes are prepared, decorated, and presented to meet high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. The Cake Decorator is responsible for cutting, filling, icing, and decorating cakes while maintaining consistency in appearance and taste. The role demands a blend of technical pastry skills, attention to detail, and customer service excellence. Employees in this position must adhere strictly to food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation guidelines to comply with Costco's rigorous standards.

The position requires an individual capable of handling various bakery tasks such as checking orders, managing inventory, and packing baked goods efficiently. Additionally, the role involves working collaboratively within the bakery team and sometimes assisting other departments as business needs dictate. The Cake Decorator is also expected to be familiar with equipment operation in the bakery, including safe handling of vehicles and machinery used in the preparation and storage process.

Costco’s bakery department offers a dynamic work environment that values teamwork, professional development, and high-quality output. The company places a strong emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence. Employees are trained and expected to comply with food safety certifications, quality assurance commandments, and safety practices to ensure the well-being of both staff and members.

This role is designed as an hourly position with competitive pay, alongside a package of comprehensive benefits. These benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage, pharmacy services, behavioral health support, and employee assistance programs. Other perks include healthcare reimbursement accounts, dependent care assistance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, 401(k) plans, and a stock purchase program available to eligible employees. Such benefits underline Costco’s commitment to its workforce, fostering long-term retention and job satisfaction.

Overall, the Cake Decorator role at Costco offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about bakery arts and customer service to join a reputable company with a supportive and rewarding workplace culture.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior bakery or cake decorating experience preferred
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail and creativity
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to operate bakery equipment safely
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Eligibility to work in the United States
  • Open availability to meet business needs

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior bakery or cake decorating experience preferred
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail and creativity
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to operate bakery equipment safely
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • Check cake orders stand for special orders
  • Check daily inventory on the floor and pull stock from the freezer or cooler to fill merchandise area
  • De-pan, garnish, and package baked cheesecakes
  • Place finished products on racks and transfer racks to cooler, freezer or wrapping area
  • Check production schedule for daily needs
  • Process all cakes following assembly instructions in Cake Decorating Manual
  • Cut half-sheet cakes in half to prepare for filling
  • Fill and ice cakes following weight instructions
  • Decorate cakes per decorating guidelines
  • Assist with other bakery duties as needed
  • Provide prompt and courteous member service
  • Follow SSOP guidelines for proper cleaning and sanitation of all equipment
  • Complete and comply with quality assurance, food safety certification, and safety training
  • Ensure proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials
  • Operate vehicles, equipment or machinery as required
  • Assist with department duties and other warehouse departments as necessary

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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