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New Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time - Salem, New Hampshire - Opening Summer 2026

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $30.20
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
Financial Wellness Program
Health and wellness support
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Whole Foods Market is a renowned grocery store known for its commitment to nourishing people and the planet. With a strong focus on providing access to fresh and healthy food, supporting community initiatives, and promoting sustainability, Whole Foods Market goes beyond the traditional grocery shopping experience. The company invests in programs that fund school gardens, improve nutrition in food deserts, and address poverty in developing countries, embodying a mission to create meaningful change both locally and globally. This dedication to excellence and community impact has positioned Whole Foods Market as a leader in the grocery industry and a place where team members are empowered to make a difference in their communities.

The Bakery Decorator role at Whole Foods Market is a creative and essential position within the bakery department, tailored for individuals with artistic talents and technical skills in cake and pastry decoration. This role involves assembling, filling, and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special orders, ensuring every detail meets the company's high-quality standards. The Bakery Decorator is responsible for maintaining a beautiful and appealing presentation of baked goods in the sales display case while also supporting team members and apprentices. This position requires adherence to food safety regulations, equipment maintenance, and completing production records, promoting a clean and safe work environment. The role demands not only technical prowess in decorating and baking but also strong customer service skills, effective communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team setting.

As a Bakery Decorator, you will play a critical role in helping Whole Foods Market set the standard for excellence in the grocery and bakery industry. You will engage customers by creating customized cake designs based on their preferences, showcasing exceptional artistry and knowledge of various icing techniques including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, and more. The position requires efficient time management, prioritization of production tasks, and the ability to follow detailed recipes and procedures accurately. This role is perfect for those with a passion for baking, creativity, and a dedication to delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Whole Foods Market offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $16.50 to $30.20, depending on experience, along with comprehensive whole benefits for both full-time and part-time team members. These benefits include paid time off, store discounts, financial wellness programs, health support, and additional perks, reflecting the company’s commitment to its employees' well-being and professional growth. Whole Foods Market also fosters an inclusive and equitable workplace, promoting diversity and offering equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, or any other protected characteristics.

Joining Whole Foods Market as a Bakery Decorator means becoming part of a team that values your personal and professional development. This role offers opportunities to master your craft, contribute to community well-being, and help revolutionize the way people perceive and enjoy bakery products. The position also requires physical capabilities such as lifting up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and the careful use of baking tools and machinery, making it both a physically engaging and creatively fulfilling career choice. Overall, this position represents an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to contribute to a respected company that marries quality, creativity, and social responsibility in the food industry.

Job Requirements

  • 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: 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

  • 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 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

No experience required


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