
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.50 - $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 renowned grocery store chain committed to nourishing people and the planet by offering fresh, high-quality food products and fostering sustainable practices. As a leader in the natural and organic foods industry, Whole Foods Market emphasizes personal growth, meaningful change, and community impact. The company supports initiatives such as funding school gardens, providing access to healthy foods in underserved areas, and alleviating poverty in developing countries. Whole Foods Market’s mission transcends traditional retailing – it aims to revolutionize the grocery industry by setting new standards of excellence and championing environmental responsibility and social equity.
The Bake Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is an exciting position that focuses on the art and skill of creating visually appealing and delicious bakery items. This position plays a critical role in the bakery department, responsible for assembling, decorating, and finishing specialty bakery products such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and custom special orders. The Bakery Decorator uses advanced techniques including piping, icing, and color blending to ensure each item meets Whole Foods Market’s high quality and presentation standards. Beyond artistry, this role requires strong customer service skills to engage and satisfy customers, along with strict adherence to food safety standards and store policies.
As a Bakery Decorator, you will contribute to Whole Foods Market’s commitment to offering outstanding products that delight customers and support the brand’s reputation for quality and care. The hourly wage ranges from $19.50 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, and includes access to Whole Benefits, a comprehensive benefits package for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Whole Benefits encompasses paid time off, health and wellness support, financial wellness programs, and store discounts among other perks. Whole Foods Market fosters an inclusive, equal opportunity work environment valuing diversity and promoting based on merit and business needs.
The Bakery Decorator position requires competent use of cake decorating tools, a keen eye for aesthetics, and the ability to manage production priorities efficiently. The role involves creating custom cake designs, maintaining the bakery display case to showcase products appealingly, and mentoring apprentices and team members. The job also entails thorough cleaning and maintenance to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety. Working a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays is part of the role, along with operating bakery tools and machinery safely.
Overall, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment for those passionate about baking and decorating, customer service, and contributing to a company dedicated to quality, sustainability, and community impact. Joining Whole Foods Market means being part of a team that not only values your technical skills but also supports your personal growth and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world through food and service.
The Bake Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is an exciting position that focuses on the art and skill of creating visually appealing and delicious bakery items. This position plays a critical role in the bakery department, responsible for assembling, decorating, and finishing specialty bakery products such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and custom special orders. The Bakery Decorator uses advanced techniques including piping, icing, and color blending to ensure each item meets Whole Foods Market’s high quality and presentation standards. Beyond artistry, this role requires strong customer service skills to engage and satisfy customers, along with strict adherence to food safety standards and store policies.
As a Bakery Decorator, you will contribute to Whole Foods Market’s commitment to offering outstanding products that delight customers and support the brand’s reputation for quality and care. The hourly wage ranges from $19.50 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, and includes access to Whole Benefits, a comprehensive benefits package for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Whole Benefits encompasses paid time off, health and wellness support, financial wellness programs, and store discounts among other perks. Whole Foods Market fosters an inclusive, equal opportunity work environment valuing diversity and promoting based on merit and business needs.
The Bakery Decorator position requires competent use of cake decorating tools, a keen eye for aesthetics, and the ability to manage production priorities efficiently. The role involves creating custom cake designs, maintaining the bakery display case to showcase products appealingly, and mentoring apprentices and team members. The job also entails thorough cleaning and maintenance to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety. Working a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays is part of the role, along with operating bakery tools and machinery safely.
Overall, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment for those passionate about baking and decorating, customer service, and contributing to a company dedicated to quality, sustainability, and community impact. Joining Whole Foods Market means being part of a team that not only values your technical skills but also supports your personal growth and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world through food and service.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
- completion of the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience
- ability to lift 50 pounds
- ability to stand or walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- ability to perform motions including bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
- 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
- ability to work around temperatures of approximately 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- may require use of ladders
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
Job Qualifications
- 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
- efficient cake and pastry decorating skills including intermediate piping techniques and 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 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 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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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