
New Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time - San Diego, California - Opening Late Summer 2026
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.50 - $30.20
Benefits
Store discount
Paid Time Off
financial wellness programs
Health and wellness support
Team member perks
flexible schedule
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading natural and organic foods supermarket known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and community support. Founded in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown into a prominent player in the grocery retail industry with a mission to nourish people and the planet. The company is deeply invested in initiatives such as improving public access to fresh and healthy food, supporting local and global communities by funding school garden grants, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and promoting sustainable farming practices. This culture of responsibility extends to its team members, who are valued not only for their professional contributions but also for their personal growth and ability to help create meaningful change in their communities and beyond. As a company that constantly strives to set new standards of excellence and innovation in the grocery sector, Whole Foods Market offers a dynamic and rewarding workplace environment for those passionate about health, sustainability, and exceptional customer service.
The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is a creative and essential position within the bakery department. This role involves the meticulous creation and decoration of cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order baked goods. The successful candidate will use artistic talent and technical skills to build and finish specialty bakery items with precision and an eye for detail. Bakery Decorators are instrumental in delivering outstanding service and high-quality products that align with Whole Foods Market’s standards and values. Responsibilities include following detailed recipes and procedures for cake decorating and bakery presentation, managing production and spoilage records, prioritizing production tasks, and merchandising products to attract and delight customers. The role also involves training and supporting other team members and apprentices. Bakery Decorators must maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment that complies with food safety regulations and company policies.
This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $18.50 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, and includes eligibility for Whole Benefits. Whole Benefits provide a comprehensive suite of perks such as store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other valuable team member benefits. Whole Foods Market promotes a fair and inclusive workplace that welcomes diversity and equal opportunity for all employees. The company values teamwork, communication, efficiency, and a strong work ethic, making this an excellent career opportunity for individuals passionate about baking and customer service, willing to work in a fast-paced environment and eager to grow professionally within a supportive community-focused company.
The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is a creative and essential position within the bakery department. This role involves the meticulous creation and decoration of cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order baked goods. The successful candidate will use artistic talent and technical skills to build and finish specialty bakery items with precision and an eye for detail. Bakery Decorators are instrumental in delivering outstanding service and high-quality products that align with Whole Foods Market’s standards and values. Responsibilities include following detailed recipes and procedures for cake decorating and bakery presentation, managing production and spoilage records, prioritizing production tasks, and merchandising products to attract and delight customers. The role also involves training and supporting other team members and apprentices. Bakery Decorators must maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment that complies with food safety regulations and company policies.
This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $18.50 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, and includes eligibility for Whole Benefits. Whole Benefits provide a comprehensive suite of perks such as store discounts, paid time off, financial wellness programs, health and wellness support, and other valuable team member benefits. Whole Foods Market promotes a fair and inclusive workplace that welcomes diversity and equal opportunity for all employees. The company values teamwork, communication, efficiency, and a strong work ethic, making this an excellent career opportunity for individuals passionate about baking and customer service, willing to work in a fast-paced environment and eager to grow professionally within a supportive community-focused company.
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
- Ability to stand/walk for 6-8 hours during an 8-hour workday
- Hand use with single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Work requires bending, twisting, squatting and reaching motions
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
- Exposure to temperatures around 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
- Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
Your Profile Is Visible To Hiring Managers Across OysterLink.
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster


Search For More Opportunities:
How Candidates Get Hired Faster
Apply to 2–3 similar roles
Complete profile & get best matches
Check new opportunities daily

