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New Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time - Scottsdale, AZ - Opening Fall 2026

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $30.20
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Financial wellness
Health and wellness support programs
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Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery retailer committed to nourishing people and the planet. Founded with a purpose beyond just selling groceries, Whole Foods Market focuses on improving how people eat, supporting community initiatives like funding grants for school gardens, providing fresh and healthy food to those living in food deserts, and working toward alleviating poverty in developing countries. As a pioneer in the grocery industry, Whole Foods Market continually sets high standards for quality, sustainability, and community engagement. With a robust commitment to personal growth for its team members and fostering meaningful change locally and globally, it stands out as a leader in ethical retail practices. Whole Foods Market offers an inclusive and dynamic work environment where employees are empowered to make a difference, not only through their daily tasks but also by supporting broader social and environmental initiatives. This, combined with a comprehensive employee benefits package, reinforces their dedication to the well-being of their team.

The role of a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market encompasses a blend of artistic creativity and precision in bakery production. As a Bakery Decorator, you will be responsible for creating and decorating a variety of bakery goods such as cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. Your artistic talents and attention to detail will ensure every item meets the company’s high standards for aesthetic appeal and quality. Beyond decoration, this role includes managing production schedules, maintaining product freshness, and providing outstanding customer service. You will also collaborate with team members, offering guidance and support to Bakery Decorator Apprentices and contributing to maintaining a clean, safe working environment. The position requires adherence to food safety protocols and the company’s core values, making it pivotal in enhancing the customer experience and reinforcing Whole Foods Market's reputation for excellence in bakery products. The wage range for this position is $16.50 to $30.20 hourly, depending on experience, and it offers eligibility for Whole Benefits, which provides a variety of advantages including paid time off, health and wellness programs, and employee discounts. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about bakery arts, customer service, and making a positive impact within their community through their work.

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Standing/walking for 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday
  • Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
  • Work requires 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
  • Ability to use tools and equipment including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
  • May require use of ladders

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
  • Completion of 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 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 respectful manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors
  • Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions
  • 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)


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