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Experienced Cake Decorator - BID

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Career development programs
supportive work environment

Job Description

Giant Eagle is a renowned supermarket chain committed to nourishing life's important moments, both big and small. Established as a leader in quality, service, and value, Giant Eagle prides itself not only on its wide variety of fresh products but also on cultivating a workplace culture that thrives on compassion, care, and respect. The company believes that success is built through teamwork and meaningful connections, not just with customers but also among Team Members themselves. At Giant Eagle, employees are encouraged to grow their careers in an environment that supports personal and professional development, embraces innovation, and values the impact each individual can make within the community and the company as a whole.

As a Cake Decorator at Giant Eagle, you will play a pivotal role in delivering delightful and visually stunning baked goods that contribute to memorable experiences for guests. This role is part of the Bakery Team, where your primary responsibility includes preparing and decorating cakes and other bakery products to ensure freshness and exceptional quality. You will be instrumental in enhancing the customer experience by applying creative decorating techniques that transform cakes into edible works of art, capturing both taste and visual appeal. Beyond decoration, you will support inventory management and product display standards to ensure products meet the store's quality expectations.

The position is ideal for someone who is passionate about culinary arts and eager to inspire others with their creativity. It demands an individual who thrives in a team-oriented environment and understands that success is intertwined with the success of their coworkers. You will have numerous opportunities to engage with customers, offering advice, answering questions, and taking special orders, all while providing exemplary customer service. The role also requires adherence to food safety regulations and store policies, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for customers and team members alike.

Working at Giant Eagle offers you a platform for career development, where you can grow your leadership skills and explore the dynamic landscape of food trends and customer preferences. The role is not just about preparing cakes; it’s about passion, creativity, and a commitment to excellence that aligns with Giant Eagle's dedication to nourishing life’s moments. This full-time opportunity demands physical effort, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods, and requires candidates to be at least 18 years of age. Overall, your contribution as a Cake Decorator will be vital in upholding Giant Eagle’s reputation for quality products and outstanding customer experiences.

Job Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
  • 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
  • No high school diploma required

Job Qualifications

  • Satisfactory completion of job specific skills assessment
  • 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
  • No high school diploma required
  • Passion for culinary arts and decorating
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Basic food safety knowledge
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job Duties

  • Fill tables and cases with cakes by taking product from prep area to sales area
  • Follow proper procedures to ensure store meets out-of-stock percentage goals
  • Apply merchandising principles that will help to generate sales as well as wow the guest
  • Take special orders from guests over the telephone and in person
  • Maintain quality of product for sale by checking sales area for dates and condition of product
  • Document and/or record daily known loss
  • Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products
  • Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for
  • Inspire your fellow Team Members and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the extra mile to provide the best product
  • Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, etc. to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met
  • Prepare and decorate product for the Bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale
  • Maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met
  • Accurately record special orders on Bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product
  • Maintain department procedures, daily setups, order taking, understanding copyright policies and proper product rotation
  • Constantly stay on top of new product knowledge and procedures, such as product information by category, special orders, cake program, portion control, seasonal items and mixing colors
  • Ice and decorate cakes by taking prepared icing and applying to cake using spatulas and icing bags
  • Prepare icing and products for all cakes and other decorated items by reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and mixing product
  • Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries
  • Operate department equipment, including mixers, scales, airbrush gun, knives, cut gloves and personal protective equipment (anti-slip shoes)
  • Assist in other areas as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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