Cake Decorator - Part 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

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

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading grocery retailer renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality natural and organic products. Founded with a mission to nourish people and the planet, Whole Foods Market operates with a clear focus on sustainability, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. The company supports local farmers and suppliers, actively participates in social impact initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, improving access to fresh and healthy foods in underserved areas, and working towards poverty alleviation in developing countries. This holistic approach positions Whole Foods Market not just as a grocery store, but as a movement driving meaningful change in the food industry and beyond.

As a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market, you will be stepping into a role where your artistic skills and passion for baking will be highly valued. This position goes beyond just decorating cakes and pastries; it plays a crucial role in enhancing the customer experience through high-quality and visually appealing bakery products. The Bakery Decorator is responsible for assembling, filling, and decorating an array of bakery items including cakes, tarts, and pastries, as well as fulfilling special orders that require creative custom designs. You will utilize advanced decorating techniques such as intermediate piping, buttercream color blending, and various icing applications to ensure each product not only tastes delicious but also meets Whole Foods Market's aesthetic standards.

In addition to technical skills, this role demands excellent customer service and teamwork. You will be expected to engage with customers, address their needs promptly, and contribute to a friendly shopping environment. Maintaining cleanliness and food safety in the bakery area is also a key responsibility, adhering to the company’s high standards for sanitation and compliance. The role involves managing production schedules, monitoring product freshness, and merchandising displays to attract and delight customers.

Whole Foods Market values personal growth and development, offering opportunities for training including the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program to help team members advance their careers. With a wage range of $15.50 to $29.20 hourly, commensurate with experience, this position offers competitive compensation along with access to the comprehensive "Whole Benefits" package. Benefits include store discounts, paid time off, health and wellness support, and financial wellness programs, among others.

By joining Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator, you become part of a team dedicated to excellence, sustainability, and community impact. This is a meaningful opportunity to blend your creativity and baking skills with a larger mission to nourish people and protect the planet, while growing professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Job Requirements

  • able to lift 50 pounds
  • able to stand or walk for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • use of hand motions including single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • performing motions such as bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching
  • able to work with FDA approved cleaning chemicals
  • able to work in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ability to work in wet and dry conditions
  • able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • able to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • may require use of ladders

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
  • 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 clearly and respectfully 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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