Cake Decorator - Part Time

McKinney, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.50 - $29.20

Benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

Financial wellness

Health and wellness support programs

Team member perks

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leader in the grocery industry committed to nourishing people and the planet. As a renowned grocery store chain, Whole Foods Market operates with a mission that goes beyond simply providing food. The company actively supports community wellness by funding school garden grants, improving access to fresh, healthy food in underserved areas, and contributing to poverty alleviation initiatives in developing countries. This holistic and socially responsible approach has positioned Whole Foods Market as more than a grocery retailer; it is a movement focused on community impact and sustainable practices. Emphasizing personal growth and meaningful change, Whole Foods Market invites individuals to join a team that values excellence, innovation, and commitment to quality.

As a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market, you will play an essential role in bringing creativity and craftsmanship to the bakery department. This position focuses on creating visually stunning and delicious specialty bakery items such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and other custom orders. The Bakery Decorator must utilize artistic talent to assemble and decorate these products flawlessly, ensuring each item meets the company’s high standards for quality and presentation. Your responsibilities will also include maintaining food safety standards, supporting team members and apprentices, and delivering excellent customer service that keeps Whole Foods Market a distinguished name in grocery retail. The hourly wage ranges from $15.50 to $29.20, depending on experience, and both full-time and part-time employees have access to comprehensive benefits under the Whole Benefits program. This role requires working in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, organization, and a passion for baking artistry. If you seek a career where you can combine your baking skills with a company that values sustainability, community engagement, and employee growth, this may be a perfect fit.

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
In an 8-hour workday, standing/walking 6-8 hours
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
Work requires the following motions: 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
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
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