Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Indiana Grocery Group is a reputable and well-established grocery store chain known for its commitment to quality products and excellent customer service. With a strong presence in the Midwestern United States, Indiana Grocery Group prides itself on offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious grocery items, including a specialized bakery section that caters to the diverse tastes and preferences of its customers. The bakery is a hub of creativity and craftsmanship, delivering everything from freshly baked breads and pastries to intricately designed cakes and specialty desserts. The company emphasizes a culture of diversity, inclusion, and respect, ensuring that every associate feels valued and supported in their professional growth and contributions to the team.
The position of Cake Decorator within Indiana Grocery Group is a vital part of their bakery team, responsible for creating visually appealing and delicious decorated baked goods that delight customers on any occasion. This role is ideal for individuals who have a passion for baking artistry, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail bakery environment. The Cake Decorator is entrusted with decorating cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and specialty desserts to company standards while accommodating custom requests for birthdays, weddings, and other special events. This involves applying a variety of decorating techniques such as icing, fondant work, piping, and airbrushing to produce high-quality, aesthetically pleasing products.
In addition to artistic skill, the Cake Decorator plays a customer-facing role, assisting shoppers in selecting designs, offering creative suggestions, and ensuring that every order meets both visual and taste expectations. The position also entails responsibilities to maintain bakery displays, rotate products for freshness, and adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation protocols. Collaboration with other bakery team members is essential for preparing, packaging, and stocking merchandise to meet daily production and service deadlines.
This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds, as well as flexibility to work varying shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Working in the grocery store bakery environment exposes the Cake Decorator to ovens, mixers, freezers, and various decorating tools, demanding a keen awareness of safety and cleanliness.
Beyond the technical aspects, Indiana Grocery Group values creativity, teamwork, and exemplary customer service. They seek to foster a welcoming workplace where innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction are paramount. Joining this team means becoming part of a company that not only offers delicious products but also upholds a strong commitment to inclusivity and associate development. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cake decorator to grow their career while contributing to an organization known for culinary excellence and community engagement.
The position of Cake Decorator within Indiana Grocery Group is a vital part of their bakery team, responsible for creating visually appealing and delicious decorated baked goods that delight customers on any occasion. This role is ideal for individuals who have a passion for baking artistry, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail bakery environment. The Cake Decorator is entrusted with decorating cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and specialty desserts to company standards while accommodating custom requests for birthdays, weddings, and other special events. This involves applying a variety of decorating techniques such as icing, fondant work, piping, and airbrushing to produce high-quality, aesthetically pleasing products.
In addition to artistic skill, the Cake Decorator plays a customer-facing role, assisting shoppers in selecting designs, offering creative suggestions, and ensuring that every order meets both visual and taste expectations. The position also entails responsibilities to maintain bakery displays, rotate products for freshness, and adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation protocols. Collaboration with other bakery team members is essential for preparing, packaging, and stocking merchandise to meet daily production and service deadlines.
This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds, as well as flexibility to work varying shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Working in the grocery store bakery environment exposes the Cake Decorator to ovens, mixers, freezers, and various decorating tools, demanding a keen awareness of safety and cleanliness.
Beyond the technical aspects, Indiana Grocery Group values creativity, teamwork, and exemplary customer service. They seek to foster a welcoming workplace where innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction are paramount. Joining this team means becoming part of a company that not only offers delicious products but also upholds a strong commitment to inclusivity and associate development. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cake decorator to grow their career while contributing to an organization known for culinary excellence and community engagement.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of cake decorating or related bakery experience preferred
- Knowledge of icing, fondant, piping, airbrushing, and other decorating techniques
- Strong artistic and creative skills
- Good communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to quality
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods
- Flexible schedule availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of cake decorating or related bakery experience preferred
- Knowledge of icing, fondant, piping, airbrushing, and other decorating techniques
- Strong artistic and creative skills
- Good communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to quality
Job Duties
- Decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other baked goods to company specifications and customer requests
- Design and create custom cakes for birthdays, weddings, and special events
- Maintain consistency in product appearance, flavor, and quality
- Assist customers with orders, design ideas, and product selection
- Ensure cakes and decorated items are properly displayed and merchandised
- Rotate product and maintain accurate labeling to ensure freshness
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area, tools, and equipment
- Assist bakery team members with baking, packaging, and stocking as needed
- Follow company food safety and sanitation procedures at all times
- Monitor inventory of decorating supplies and communicate needs to the Bakery Manager
- Meet production and service deadlines to support customer demand and special orders
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Bakery Manager
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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