Cake Decorator - Full Time

Honolulu, HI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.50 - $30.20

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned leader in the grocery industry, celebrated for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community engagement. Founded with a mission to nourish both people and the planet, Whole Foods Market has redefined grocery shopping by focusing on natural and organic products, ethical sourcing, and fostering an environment that supports local producers and sustainable agriculture. The company operates numerous stores nationwide and continues to expand its presence, attracting customers who value health, wellness, and ethical consumerism. Beyond just providing food, Whole Foods Market actively contributes to various community initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh foods in underserved areas known as food deserts, and partnering on global efforts to alleviate poverty in developing countries. This holistic approach imbues every aspect of the company culture, making it an inspiring workplace for individuals passionate about making a positive impact through their careers.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is a specialized position that combines artistic skill with culinary craftsmanship. This role is essential to the bakery team, responsible for creating visually stunning and delicious cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items that delight customers and meet the company’s high standards of quality. As a Bakery Decorator, you will use your creative talents to assemble, fill, ice, and decorate a variety of baked goods utilizing a range of icings and decorative techniques. Mastery of piping and flower-making, color theory for buttercream blending, and the ability to produce custom designs based on customer preferences is vital to success in this role. Alongside your craftsmanship, you will maintain impeccable cleanliness and food safety standards in the bakery environment, assist with inventory management, and provide guidance to apprentices and team members. Customer service excellence is paramount, ensuring interactions are courteous, timely, and supportive of suggestive selling strategies to enhance the shopping experience.

This role requires a flexible work schedule that can include nights, weekends, and holidays to meet business needs. The physical demands of the job include standing and walking for several hours, lifting up to 50 pounds, and safely using bakery tools and equipment. Whole Foods Market values employee growth and offers comprehensive benefits, known as Whole Benefits, that encompass health and wellness programs, paid time off, financial wellness support, and access to discounts and team member perks. With wages ranging from $17.50 to $30.20 per hour based on experience, the Bakery Decorator position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your skills contribute directly to the community and company success. At Whole Foods Market, you are not just baking goods — you are helping to set new standards of excellence while fueling a culture of care and sustainability.

Job Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to use tools and equipment, including 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
Complete 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
Understand 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 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