Cake Decorator - Full Time

Antioch, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.50 - $30.20

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Store discount

financial wellness programs

Health and wellness support

flexible schedule

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic food supermarket renowned for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community engagement. With a mission centered on nourishing both people and the planet, Whole Foods Market goes beyond being just a grocery store; it is a movement dedicated to improving the way people eat, supporting local and global communities, and promoting environmentally conscious practices. The company is deeply invested in social and environmental causes including funding grants for school gardens, providing healthy food access to underserved communities, alleviating poverty internationally, and continuously revolutionizing the grocery industry with the highest standards of excellence. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a diverse and inclusive team that is passionate about making a meaningful impact within neighborhoods and the wider world. The company offers a fair and equal opportunity workplace, embracing the unique backgrounds and perspectives of all team members and fostering a culture of collaboration and respect.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is a creative and vital position responsible for crafting exquisite and high-quality bakery items that delight customers and uphold the company's reputation. This role involves using artistic talent and skilled pastry techniques to assemble, decorate, and finish a wide range of bakery products including cakes, tarts, pastries, and special orders. As a Bakery Decorator, you will be at the forefront of customer experience, ensuring that every bakery item is crafted with attention to detail, meets stringent quality standards, and showcases seasonal and trending designs. The position requires proficiency in various frosting and icing methods, knowledge of color theory to blend and coordinate colors harmoniously, and the ability to follow precise recipes and production schedules. You will be entrusted with merchandising bakery goods attractively in display cases, maintaining fresh product rotation, and providing excellent customer service through timely and courteous interactions. Additionally, this role offers opportunities to train apprentices, contribute to a clean and safe workspace, and participate in the store's initiatives and compliance protocols.

Whole Foods Market values employees who possess strong communication skills, teamwork spirit, efficient time management, and a robust work ethic to thrive in a fast-paced bakery environment. Whether you have prior bakery experience or are building your skills through their Bakery Decorator Apprentice program, this position provides a platform to grow professionally while making an important contribution to a company dedicated to doing business ethically and sustainably. The hourly wage for this role ranges from $19.50 to $30.20, commensurate with experience. Full and part-time team members enjoy access to 'Whole Benefits,' including paid time off, health and wellness support programs, store discounts, and financial wellness resources. This comprehensive benefits package supports employees' overall well-being and career development within a supportive and engaging workplace.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
Completion of the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
Ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and heavy machinery
Ability to work in exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Ability to work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
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 and the ability to create decorative flowers and borders
Understanding of color theory as it pertains to blending buttercream colors and coordinating complementing palettes
Ability to apply proper technique when using all icings including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, German Chocolate Icing, Fudge Icing, and all varieties of Meringue
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 skills and willingness to work as part of a team
Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency

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 to meet business demand
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
Monitor product quality for freshness and ensure proper product rotation within the display case, following standard procedures
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, addressing customers' needs in a timely and effective manner, model suggestive selling techniques, answer phones and pages promptly and courteously
Maintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment
maintain equipment in accordance with Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards
Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accuracy of signage and pricing
Perform other duties as assigned