Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.50 - $30.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket dedicated to nourishing people and the planet. Founded in 1980, the company has grown into a highly respected grocery retailer known for its commitment to high-quality natural products, sustainable agriculture, and community wellness. With locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Whole Foods Market emphasizes the importance of fresh food, organic produce, and supporting local farmers and producers. The company’s mission extends beyond selling groceries to include funding grants for school gardens, improving food access in underserved communities, and alleviating poverty in developing nations. Working at Whole Foods Market means being a part of a larger movement that values personal growth, meaningful change, and positive impact both locally and globally.
The role of a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is both creative and essential, blending artistic skills with technical expertise to produce visually appealing and delicious bakery products. In this role, you will specialize in decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items, using a range of icings and decorative techniques that meet the company’s standards of quality. The Bakery Decorator is responsible for assembling, filling, and finishing bakery items, ensuring that every product not only tastes great but is presented beautifully to delight customers. Beyond the craft, this position helps uphold Whole Foods Market’s core values by promoting storewide programs, adhering to food safety and sanitation policies, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
As part of the Bakery team, you will be expected to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating superior time management and organizational skills. Your role will include mentoring junior team members such as Bakery Decorator Apprentices and collaborating with colleagues to meet production demands. You will contribute to product merchandising and display, ensuring optimal freshness and proper rotation of items in the sales case. The position also involves direct customer engagement, where your ability to provide excellent service and respond promptly to customer needs enhances the overall shopping experience.
Whole Foods Market offers competitive wages for this role, with hourly pay ranging from $18.50 to $30.20 depending on experience. In addition, team members have access to comprehensive benefits called "Whole Benefits," which include paid time off, store discounts, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and various other perks tailored for both full-time and part-time employees. The company values diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities across all backgrounds and characteristics. Whole Foods Market encourages candidates to apply directly through its official channels to ensure a streamlined and safe recruitment process.
Joining Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator means embarking on a career path that combines culinary passion with commitment to community and sustainability. This position is ideal for individuals who have a flair for creativity, a dedication to quality, and a desire to be part of a company that prioritizes making a positive difference in the world. You will be an integral part of a team that sets industry standards for excellence in natural and organic foods, and your contributions will help shape memorable moments for customers through handcrafted bakery delights.
The role of a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is both creative and essential, blending artistic skills with technical expertise to produce visually appealing and delicious bakery products. In this role, you will specialize in decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items, using a range of icings and decorative techniques that meet the company’s standards of quality. The Bakery Decorator is responsible for assembling, filling, and finishing bakery items, ensuring that every product not only tastes great but is presented beautifully to delight customers. Beyond the craft, this position helps uphold Whole Foods Market’s core values by promoting storewide programs, adhering to food safety and sanitation policies, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
As part of the Bakery team, you will be expected to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating superior time management and organizational skills. Your role will include mentoring junior team members such as Bakery Decorator Apprentices and collaborating with colleagues to meet production demands. You will contribute to product merchandising and display, ensuring optimal freshness and proper rotation of items in the sales case. The position also involves direct customer engagement, where your ability to provide excellent service and respond promptly to customer needs enhances the overall shopping experience.
Whole Foods Market offers competitive wages for this role, with hourly pay ranging from $18.50 to $30.20 depending on experience. In addition, team members have access to comprehensive benefits called "Whole Benefits," which include paid time off, store discounts, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and various other perks tailored for both full-time and part-time employees. The company values diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities across all backgrounds and characteristics. Whole Foods Market encourages candidates to apply directly through its official channels to ensure a streamlined and safe recruitment process.
Joining Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator means embarking on a career path that combines culinary passion with commitment to community and sustainability. This position is ideal for individuals who have a flair for creativity, a dedication to quality, and a desire to be part of a company that prioritizes making a positive difference in the world. You will be an integral part of a team that sets industry standards for excellence in natural and organic foods, and your contributions will help shape memorable moments for customers through handcrafted bakery delights.
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/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
- hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
- exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- exposure to temperatures: below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), above 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
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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