Cake Decorator - Full Time

Plymouth, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.00 - $30.20

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

financial wellness programs

Health and wellness support

Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket committed to nourishing people and the planet. Established as a pioneer in the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market has set the standard for excellence by promoting sustainable agriculture, supporting local farmers, and delivering the highest quality natural and organic products to its customers. The company is known not just as a grocery destination but as a community-focused organization that drives meaningful change beyond retail. Their initiatives include funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy food in food deserts, alleviating global poverty, and prioritizing environmental sustainability. Whole Foods Market fosters a culture of personal growth, teamwork, and inclusivity, making it an impactful place to build a meaningful career.

The role of a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is integral to maintaining the company’s reputation for quality and excellence in the bakery department. This position is responsible for creating and decorating a variety of baked goods such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items using artistic skills and precise techniques. A Bakery Decorator’s daily responsibilities encompass building and finishing specialty bakery goods, ensuring every product meets high quality and presentation standards. The role demands efficiency, creativity, and a keen eye for detail, as decorators apply intermediate piping skills, color theory, and various icing techniques like Swiss Buttercream, Ganache, and Meringue to craft visually stunning and delicious products.

Beyond artistic skills, the Bakery Decorator plays a key role in providing outstanding customer service, supporting team members including apprentices, and promoting a clean, safe, and organized working environment. This position requires flexibility with scheduling, the ability to perform opening, mid, and closing duties, and adherence to food safety and compliance regulations. The wage range for this role is $18.00 to $30.20 hourly, commensurate with experience, reflecting the company’s commitment to fair compensation. Whole Foods Market also offers comprehensive benefits under the Whole Benefits program, which includes store discounts, paid time off, wellness support, and financial programs for both full and part-time team members, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about the bakery craft and community impact.

Job Requirements

must be able to lift 50 pounds
standing or walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
exposure to temperatures of 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 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 or 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