Cake Decorator - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $30.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store chain dedicated to providing high-quality natural and organic products. Founded in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown to become a leader in the grocery industry by emphasizing health, sustainability, and community impact. The company’s mission goes beyond selling groceries; it is committed to nourishing people and the planet through various initiatives such as improving food quality, supporting school gardens with grants, increasing access to fresh and healthy foods in underserved areas, and addressing poverty in developing countries. Whole Foods Market positions itself as a movement of world-changers who are deeply connected to their communities and passionate about making meaningful change globally. Their approach to business integrates environmental responsibility, ethical sourcing, and customer-focused service, creating a unique shopping experience that champions quality and integrity.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is an artistic and vital position within the bakery department. As a Bakery Decorator, you will be responsible for all tasks related to creating, decorating, and finishing a wide variety of baked goods including cakes, tarts, pastries, and special order items. This role requires both creative flair and attention to detail to ensure that every bakery product not only tastes delicious but also looks visually appealing, meeting heightened Whole Foods’ quality standards. The Bakery Decorator plays a crucial role in delivering outstanding customer service through personalized cake designs and effective communication to address customer needs and preferences. Additionally, you will support core company values by adhering to food safety and compliance standards, promoting store programs, and assisting team members and apprentices in the bakery team.

Key responsibilities of the Bakery Decorator include assembling and decorating bakery items with advanced techniques such as piping and color blending, managing production priorities, maintaining product presentation in the sales display case, and ensuring operational cleanliness and safety. Candidates should possess strong cake and pastry decorating skills, knowledge of various icings, and effective time management and organizational abilities. This role requires physical stamina to stand and work in fast-paced environments and the ability to operate specialized bakery tools and equipment safely. Experience in retail or restaurant bakery settings is preferred to successfully fulfill the duties of this position.

Whole Foods Market values team members who share their passion for community engagement, sustainability, and excellence in service. The hourly wage for the Bakery Decorator position ranges from $16.50 to $30.20, depending on experience. The company offers comprehensive "Whole Benefits" covering paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and a store discount, available to both full-time and part-time employees based on job type and tenure. Whole Foods Market is also proud to maintain a fair and equal employment opportunity culture that promotes diversity and inclusion across all locations. Joining Whole Foods Market means becoming part of a dedicated team focused on revolutionizing the grocery industry and fostering meaningful social and environmental impact.

Job Requirements

  • 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
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Standing and walking 6-8 hours per 8-hour workday
  • Hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
  • Work requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • 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
  • 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 organizational 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
  • 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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