
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.00 - $19.25
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
hearing aid coverage
pharmacy benefits
behavioral health services
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) retirement plan
stock purchase plan
Job Description
Costco Wholesale Corporation is a leading global retailer known for its membership-based warehouse clubs. Established to provide high-quality merchandise at the lowest possible prices to its members, Costco has grown into one of the largest and most trusted retail chains in the world. With a focus on value, quality, and member satisfaction, Costco operates numerous warehouse clubs offering a wide variety of products including groceries, electronics, apparel, and bakery goods. The company prides itself on its strong corporate culture emphasizing integrity, respect for its employees and members, and a commitment to community welfare. Costco is recognized for its comprehensive employee benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for career growth within the organization.
This particular role is within the bakery department at Costco, focusing on cake preparation and decoration. The position involves cutting, filling, icing, and decorating cakes to meet the bakery's high-quality standards. The role requires both artistic cake decorating skills as well as efficient handling of orders to fulfill member demands. Employees in this position also ensure that cakes are properly packaged for special orders or back stock, maintaining freshness and presentation quality. Providing exceptional member service is a key aspect of the job, requiring effective communication and customer interaction skills.
Candidates will be expected to follow strict food safety and sanitation guidelines, including compliance with quality assurance commandments and food safety certifications. In addition to cake decoration, the role may involve assisting with other bakery and department duties as required, including operating necessary equipment and handling inventory management. The position requires flexibility in scheduling to meet business needs, and successful candidates will be part of a team committed to delivering high standards of product quality and member satisfaction.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about bakery arts and customer service, seeking to join a well-established company that supports employee growth and welfare. The compensation package is competitive and includes a range of health and financial benefits designed to support employees both personally and professionally.
This particular role is within the bakery department at Costco, focusing on cake preparation and decoration. The position involves cutting, filling, icing, and decorating cakes to meet the bakery's high-quality standards. The role requires both artistic cake decorating skills as well as efficient handling of orders to fulfill member demands. Employees in this position also ensure that cakes are properly packaged for special orders or back stock, maintaining freshness and presentation quality. Providing exceptional member service is a key aspect of the job, requiring effective communication and customer interaction skills.
Candidates will be expected to follow strict food safety and sanitation guidelines, including compliance with quality assurance commandments and food safety certifications. In addition to cake decoration, the role may involve assisting with other bakery and department duties as required, including operating necessary equipment and handling inventory management. The position requires flexibility in scheduling to meet business needs, and successful candidates will be part of a team committed to delivering high standards of product quality and member satisfaction.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about bakery arts and customer service, seeking to join a well-established company that supports employee growth and welfare. The compensation package is competitive and includes a range of health and financial benefits designed to support employees both personally and professionally.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in bakery or cake decorating preferred
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- must be authorized to work in the United States
- ability to stand for extended periods
- capable of lifting and carrying moderate weights
- availability to comply with all food safety and sanitation policies
- willingness to work in different warehouse departments as needed
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in bakery or cake decorating preferred
- knowledge of cake decorating techniques and tools
- ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes
- strong attention to detail
- good communication skills
- ability to provide excellent customer service
- capability to work in a fast-paced environment
- understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to operate bakery equipment safely
Job Duties
- Cuts, fills, and ices cakes
- decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips
- packages cakes for special order and back stock
- provides high level member service
- checks cake orders stand for special orders
- checks daily inventory on the floor and pulls stock from the freezer or cooler to fill the merchandise area
- de-pans, garnishes, and packages baked cheesecakes
- places finished product on racks and transfers racks to cooler, freezer or wrapping area
- checks production schedule for daily needs
- processes all cakes following assembly instruction in Cake Decorating Manual
- cuts half-sheet cakes in half to prepare for filling
- fills and ices cakes following weight instructions
- decorates cakes per decorating guidelines
- assists with other bakery duties as needed
- provides prompt and courteous member service
- follows SSOP guidelines as they refer to proper cleaning and sanitation of all equipment required by this position
- completes and complies with 11 Commandments of Quality Assurance, Food Safety certification, and all safety training required by the warehouse and department
- ensures proper cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials
- ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery
- assists with department duties as necessary
- assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary
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