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
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a pioneering grocery store chain dedicated to nourishing people and the planet by providing high-quality, fresh, and healthy food options. Established as a leader in the organic and natural foods industry, Whole Foods Market goes beyond just selling groceries. The company actively invests in community-building initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, increasing access to fresh food in underserved areas known as food deserts, and working to alleviate poverty in developing countries. Their commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility sets them apart as world-changers within the retail food industry. With a mission focused on creating meaningful change and promoting sustainability, Whole Foods Market fosters a workplace culture that values personal growth, teamwork, and dedication to customers and community.
The Bakery Decorator position at Whole Foods Market is integral to this mission, combining culinary artistry with exceptional customer service. This role involves crafting and decorating a variety of bakery items including cakes, tarts, pastries, and special order creations. As a Bakery Decorator, you will utilize your artistic talents to build and finish specialty bakery goods, ensuring that every detail meets the high-quality standards that Whole Foods Market is known for. Your work will not only contribute to the aesthetic appeal of the bakery display but also enhance customer satisfaction through beautifully designed products and personalized orders.
This role requires adherence to food safety regulations and company policies, including maintaining cleanliness and proper equipment use. The Bakery Decorator supports and models the company’s core values by participating in store programs, regional initiatives, and upholding strict compliance with food safety guidelines. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong skills in cake and pastry decorating techniques, color theory for buttercream blending, and proficiency in various icings such as Swiss Buttercream, Ganache, and Meringue varieties.
Whole Foods Market offers a wage range of $17.50 to $30.20 hourly, based on experience, along with access to their comprehensive "Whole Benefits" program. This program provides full and part-time Team Members with a variety of benefits including paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial support, and store discounts. The Bakery Decorator role is a promising opportunity for individuals passionate about baking, creativity, and making a positive impact in their community through their work. Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a culture that promotes diversity, inclusion, fair employment practices, and the continuous development of each employee's potential.
The Bakery Decorator position at Whole Foods Market is integral to this mission, combining culinary artistry with exceptional customer service. This role involves crafting and decorating a variety of bakery items including cakes, tarts, pastries, and special order creations. As a Bakery Decorator, you will utilize your artistic talents to build and finish specialty bakery goods, ensuring that every detail meets the high-quality standards that Whole Foods Market is known for. Your work will not only contribute to the aesthetic appeal of the bakery display but also enhance customer satisfaction through beautifully designed products and personalized orders.
This role requires adherence to food safety regulations and company policies, including maintaining cleanliness and proper equipment use. The Bakery Decorator supports and models the company’s core values by participating in store programs, regional initiatives, and upholding strict compliance with food safety guidelines. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong skills in cake and pastry decorating techniques, color theory for buttercream blending, and proficiency in various icings such as Swiss Buttercream, Ganache, and Meringue varieties.
Whole Foods Market offers a wage range of $17.50 to $30.20 hourly, based on experience, along with access to their comprehensive "Whole Benefits" program. This program provides full and part-time Team Members with a variety of benefits including paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial support, and store discounts. The Bakery Decorator role is a promising opportunity for individuals passionate about baking, creativity, and making a positive impact in their community through their work. Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a culture that promotes diversity, inclusion, fair employment practices, and the continuous development of each employee's potential.
Job Requirements
- 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
- must be able to lift 50 pounds
- standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use involving single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching motions
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- exposure to temperatures up to 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
- 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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