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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 $15.50 - $29.20
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
employee perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned supermarket chain specializing in natural and organic foods, committed to nurturing people and the planet. As a leader in the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market goes beyond just selling food; it advocates for healthier eating, supports sustainable agriculture, and invests in community development. The company actively engages in initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, providing fresh and healthy food access to underserved food deserts, reducing poverty in developing countries, and other programs that make a meaningful social and environmental impact. Whole Foods Market’s culture emphasizes personal growth, collaboration, and purpose-driven work, encouraging team members to contribute to a mission of revolutionizing grocery shopping and setting new standards of excellence in the retail food sector.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is a creative and skilled position where artistry and precision combine to deliver visually appealing and delicious bakery products. This role involves assembling, decorating, and finishing cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order bakery items with attention to detail and adherence to company standards. As a Bakery Decorator, you will be instrumental in delighting customers with beautifully crafted bakery goods, ensuring high quality, freshness, and compliance with food safety regulations. You will also mentor apprentices and support fellow team members, playing a vital part in upholding the store’s values and contributing positively to the workplace environment.

Whole Foods Market offers the Bakery Decorator position with a wage range of $15.50 to $29.20 hourly, commensurate with experience. The company provides comprehensive benefits through its Whole Benefits program, which includes options for both full-time and part-time employees. Benefits consist of store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other perks designed to enhance employee satisfaction and well-being. The position requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, given the dynamic nature of the retail food business. Whole Foods Market values diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity employment and a supportive environment for team members from diverse backgrounds.

This Bakery Decorator position requires artistic skill in cake and pastry decoration, strong communication and teamwork abilities, and adherence to strict food safety guidelines. You will work in a fast-paced setting where efficiency, organization, and customer service excellence are paramount. Your roles will include creating custom cake designs tailored to customer requests, managing production schedules and inventory, maintaining clean and safe workspaces, and operating equipment safely. The opportunity to grow within the company is tied to performance and business needs, with clear advancement paths available for those who demonstrate consistent excellence and skill development. Join Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator and become part of a company that values creativity, quality, community impact, and employee growth.

Job Requirements

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

  • 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
  • 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

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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