Cake Decorator - Part Time

Davie, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $15.50 - $29.20

Benefits

Health Insurance

retirement plan benefits

Store discount

Paid Time Off

access to other benefit programs

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a premier grocery retailer renowned for its dedication to providing high-quality natural and organic products. Founded in 1980, the company has grown into one of the leading names in the grocery industry, with a strong commitment to sustainability, community wellbeing, and ethical sourcing. Whole Foods Market operates with a powerful mission: to nourish people and the planet, reflecting a vision that extends beyond selling groceries to creating meaningful change at both local and global levels. The company supports initiatives such as funding school garden grants, improving access to fresh and healthy food in underserved areas, combating... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
Complete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
Ability to stand and walk 6-8 hours during an 8-hour shift
Ability to perform bending twisting squatting and reaching motions
Ability to use tools and equipment including knives box cutters electric pallet jacks and other heavy machinery
Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals and varying temperature environments
Ability to use ladders

Job Qualifications

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
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 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

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