Cake Decorator - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.50 - $29.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health support
wellness programs
Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading global grocery retailer renowned for its commitment to high-quality natural and organic products. As a subsidiary of Amazon, Whole Foods Market operates stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, serving communities with fresh, sustainable, and ethically sourced food products. The company emphasizes not only the quality of its offerings but also its broader mission to nourish people and the planet. This mission drives Whole Foods Market to support local farmers, promote environmental stewardship, and engage in various community initiatives such as funding school garden grants and improving access to nutritious food in underserved areas. Working at Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a purpose-driven organization that strives to make a meaningful difference in the world, setting high standards of excellence in the grocery industry while fostering personal growth and community impact.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is both creative and essential, offering an exciting opportunity to combine artistry with excellent customer service. As a Bakery Decorator, you will be responsible for the creation and decoration of cakes, tarts, pastries, and other specialty bakery items that delight customers and meet Whole Foods Market’s high quality standards. This position requires a meticulous eye for detail and a talent for using a variety of decorating techniques to produce visually stunning and delicious baked goods. You will be expected to assemble, fill, ice, and decorate a wide range of bakery products using various icings including buttercream, ganache, and meringue. Your ability to understand color theory and blending palettes will be key in crafting beautiful and customized cake designs for special orders.

Beyond your artistic skills, you will play a critical role in enhancing the customer experience by maintaining fresh product displays and offering friendly, knowledgeable service. The Bakery Decorator position involves not only hands-on work with bakery creations but also activities such as prioritizing production lists, keeping accurate records, supporting and mentoring Bakery Decorator Apprentices, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. This role embraces Whole Foods Market’s core values and supports companywide, regional, and store programs and initiatives. You will be working in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong communication skills, effective time management, and a sense of urgency to meet production needs.

The position is offered as an hourly role with a wage range of $15.50 to $29.20, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market provides extensive benefits known as "Whole Benefits," which include eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other team member perks. Full and part-time team members may qualify based on work location, length of service, and role type. The company values diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or any legally protected characteristic. Join Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator and contribute to a company known for revolutionizing the grocery industry, fostering a collaborative work culture, and making a positive impact on the community and environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Standing and walking for 6-8 hours per 8-hour shift
  • Hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
  • Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
  • Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals
  • Exposure to temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to use tools and equipment such as knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
  • Completion of the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience
  • Prior experience within a professional bakery or grocery retail preferred
  • Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills including intermediate piping techniques
  • Understanding of color theory related to buttercream colors and palettes
  • Ability to use all icing types properly including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, German Chocolate Icing, Fudge Icing, and Meringue varieties
  • Ability to follow recipes, directions, and procedures
  • Effective time management and organization skills
  • Advanced knife handling, tool, and equipment safety
  • Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to meet customer service expectations
  • Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items
  • Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures
  • Complete production and spoilage records according to standard procedures, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product
  • Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed
  • Merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers
  • Provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members
  • Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences
  • Provide excellent customer service, address customers' needs in a timely and effective manner
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
  • Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accuracy of signage and pricing
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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