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Cake Decorator - Full Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.50 - $30.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned and progressive grocery store chain that stands out not just for its quality products but also for its commitment to personal growth, community impact, and environmental stewardship. Founded on the principle of nourishing both people and the planet, Whole Foods Market actively contributes to improving how people eat with an emphasis on fresh, healthy foods. The company supports philanthropic efforts like funding school garden grants, improving access to nutritious food in underserved areas, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and championing sustainability and ethical sourcing throughout its operations. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team of world-changers passionate about revolutionizing the grocery industry and setting the standards of excellence in customer service and product quality. Whole Foods Market promotes a fair and equal employment opportunity environment where diversity and inclusion are valued and upheld in all respects.

The Bakery Decorator position at Whole Foods Market is a pivotal role focused on crafting beautifully decorated cakes, pastries, tarts, and special-order bakery goods that delight customers and uphold the company’s high standards. This role is perfect for individuals who possess strong artistic talent alongside precise technical baking skills. Bakery Decorators at Whole Foods Market not only create aesthetically stunning products but also ensure they meet rigorous quality, safety, and freshness standards. Tasked with the assembly, filling, and decoration of bakery items, decorators use a wide variety of icings and advanced techniques such as piping and color blending to produce signature goods.

In addition to technical skills, Bakery Decorators play an integral part in delivering exceptional customer service by responding promptly and courteously to customer requests, providing guidance to apprentices and team members, and managing the bakery display to highlight the products' visual appeal and freshness. The position requires adherence to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, alongside the flexibility to perform opening, mid, and closing duties with accuracy. Candidates stepping into this role should expect to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where organizational skills and a sense of urgency are valued.

Offering a wage range of $18.50 to $30.20 hourly, commensurate with experience, Whole Foods Market encourages career growth through comprehensive training programs like the Bakery Decorator Apprentice program and other development opportunities. The company extends a wide array of Whole Benefits that include paid time off, health and wellness programs, financial wellness support, and a team member store discount. This position requires physical stamina, the ability to work flexible schedules, and proficiency with various bakery tools and machinery. Overall, Whole Foods Market offers an enriching career with a well-rounded compensation package, meaningful work, and a chance to make a positive impact within the community and beyond.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
  • Complete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand or walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach
  • 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
  • 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/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
  • 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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