
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Career development opportunities
Supportive team environment
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Giant Eagle is a leading retail company well known for its commitment to quality, service, and value in the grocery industry. As a prominent supermarket chain, Giant Eagle places high importance on nourishing life’s moments, both big and small, affirming their dedication to not just the products they offer, but the experiences created for their customers. With a focus on compassion, care, and respect, the company fosters a supportive environment where Team Members are empowered to grow their careers, make meaningful impacts, and excel as part of a community. This inclusive culture prioritizes employee development and customer satisfaction, positioning Giant Eagle as a standout employer and retailer in the market. The organization prides itself on being a place to win, grow, and be better together, encouraging employees to build lifelong relationships with customers and each other, always striving to exceed expectations.
The role of the Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle is crucial within the Bakery Team, anchoring the quality and aesthetic appeal of the bakery products offered. This position requires the creation of visually stunning and delicious pastries and cakes that become the centerpiece of celebrations and gatherings. The Cake Decorator is not only responsible for decorating products to meet the highest standards but also for ensuring freshness and maintaining a pristine bakery display. The role emphasizes guest service excellence and teamwork, calling on the decorator to embody a spirit of collaboration and mutual support. Success in this role is linked to one’s ability to inspire others, demonstrate culinary creativity, and maintain a passion for the food industry and trends. The Cake Decorator works closely with the team to engage customers and provide a memorable pastry experience. Responsibilities extend from handling special orders and preparing icing to applying merchandising principles and ensuring safety and sanitation compliance at all times. The position demands creativity, precision, and a genuine passion for food craftsmanship, coupled with a dedication to continuous learning and customer service excellence. With a requirement of at least 6 to 12 months of experience or completion of an apprenticeship program, this role is ideal for those eager to grow within the bakery or culinary fields, seeking to expand their skills and leadership potential in a supportive retail environment. This is a physically demanding role involving lifting up to 50 pounds and requires team members to be at least 18 years old. The position does not require a high school diploma, making it accessible for a variety of candidates passionate about baking and customer interaction. Giant Eagle provides a platform for creative culinary professionals to thrive, craft quality bakery items, and delight customers in an atmosphere that values growth, teamwork, and commitment to service excellence.
The role of the Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle is crucial within the Bakery Team, anchoring the quality and aesthetic appeal of the bakery products offered. This position requires the creation of visually stunning and delicious pastries and cakes that become the centerpiece of celebrations and gatherings. The Cake Decorator is not only responsible for decorating products to meet the highest standards but also for ensuring freshness and maintaining a pristine bakery display. The role emphasizes guest service excellence and teamwork, calling on the decorator to embody a spirit of collaboration and mutual support. Success in this role is linked to one’s ability to inspire others, demonstrate culinary creativity, and maintain a passion for the food industry and trends. The Cake Decorator works closely with the team to engage customers and provide a memorable pastry experience. Responsibilities extend from handling special orders and preparing icing to applying merchandising principles and ensuring safety and sanitation compliance at all times. The position demands creativity, precision, and a genuine passion for food craftsmanship, coupled with a dedication to continuous learning and customer service excellence. With a requirement of at least 6 to 12 months of experience or completion of an apprenticeship program, this role is ideal for those eager to grow within the bakery or culinary fields, seeking to expand their skills and leadership potential in a supportive retail environment. This is a physically demanding role involving lifting up to 50 pounds and requires team members to be at least 18 years old. The position does not require a high school diploma, making it accessible for a variety of candidates passionate about baking and customer interaction. Giant Eagle provides a platform for creative culinary professionals to thrive, craft quality bakery items, and delight customers in an atmosphere that values growth, teamwork, and commitment to service excellence.
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
- 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
- No high school diploma required
Job Qualifications
- Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
- 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of a bakery apprenticeship program
- No high school diploma required
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team member
- Passion for creating visually appealing and delicious baked goods
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Strong customer service skills
- Creative mindset with attention to detail
- Ability to handle physical demands of the job including lifting up to 50 pounds
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and bakery products
Job Duties
- Fill tables and cases with cakes by taking product from prep area to sales area
- Follow proper procedures to ensure store meets out-of-stock percentage goals
- Apply merchandising principles that will help to generate sales as well as WOW the guest
- Take special orders from guests over the telephone and in person
- Maintain quality of product for sale by checking sales area for dates and condition of product
- Document and/or record daily known loss
- Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products
- Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for
- Inspire your fellow Team Members and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the Extra Mile to provide the best product
- Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, etc. to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met
- Prepare and decorate product for the Bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale
- Maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met
- Accurately record special orders on Bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product
- Maintain department procedures, daily setups, order taking, understanding copyright policies and proper product rotation
- Constantly stay on top of new product knowledge and procedures, such as product information by category, special orders, cake program, portion control, seasonal items and mixing colors
- Ice and decorate cakes by taking prepared icing and applying to cake using spatulas and icing bags
- Prepare icing and products for all cakes and other decorated items by reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and mixing product
- Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries
- Operate department equipment, including mixers, scales, airbrush gun, knives, cut gloves and personal protective equipment (anti-slip shoes)
- Assist in other areas as required
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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