Cake Decorator - Part Time

New York, NY, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.50 - $30.20

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

financial wellness programs

Store discount

Wellness support programs

Employee assistance program

Career development opportunities

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket, renowned for its commitment to healthy living, environmental sustainability, and community development. As a company, Whole Foods Market strives to nourish people and the planet by improving how people eat and engaging in impactful initiatives such as funding grants for school gardens, increasing accessibility to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, and alleviating poverty worldwide. Beyond just offering groceries, Whole Foods Market is dedicated to making a positive difference within the communities it serves and beyond, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful change. The supermarket is known for setting high standards in quality, customer service, and sustainable business practices, revolutionizing the grocery industry through its core values and innovative programs.

The role of Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is essential to delivering on the company’s promise of excellence in product quality and customer service. This position involves creating and decorating a variety of specialty bakery items including cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order confections with artistic precision and care. A Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market is responsible for assembling, filling, icing, and decorating products according to established procedures while maintaining outstanding standards of appearance and taste. Beyond the technical baking skills, this role requires a strong commitment to upholding the company’s core values by providing exceptional customer service, supporting bakery team members, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The Bakery Decorator collaborates closely with the team to meet production demands, prioritize tasks, and display bakery items appealingly to delight customers.

This opportunity is suited for individuals with cake decorating expertise who have keen attention to detail, a passion for culinary artistry, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The role requires proficiency with various icing techniques, including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, and others, as well as an understanding of color theory for creating visually stunning cake designs. Teamwork, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused mindset are critical to succeed in this position. Whole Foods Market offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, with a competitive wage range between $18.50 and $30.20 per hour, depending on experience. The company also provides Whole Benefits, a comprehensive benefits program covering paid time off, health and wellness support, financial wellness, store discounts, and other team member perks. Working as a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market means joining a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and fosters an equitable employment environment free from discrimination.

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: 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
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