New Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time - Seekonk,MA Opening- Summer 2026
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $30.20
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Store discount
financial wellness programs
Wellness support programs
Team member perks
Job Description
Whole Foods Market is a leading American supermarket chain known for its commitment to natural and organic products. Established in 1980, Whole Foods Market has grown into a global brand that champions sustainability, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. Its mission focuses on nourishing people and the planet by improving access to fresh, healthy foods and supporting initiatives such as funding school gardens and alleviating poverty in developing countries. The company is much more than a grocery store; it is a movement dedicated to changing the way people eat and interact with food. Whole Foods Market actively cultivates a culture of inclusion, growth, and meaningful impact, both in the communities it serves and across the globe, fostering a passionate and engaged workforce.
As a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market, you will play a vital role in creating and decorating a variety of artisanal cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items with exceptional artistic skill and attention to detail. This position requires creativity, precision, and a passion for delivering outstanding baked goods that meet the company’s high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible not only for assembling and finishing delectable bakery products but also for ensuring they are displayed attractively and rotated appropriately to maintain freshness. The role demands adhering to food safety regulations and Whole Foods Market’s core values while engaging with customers to provide excellent service. By supporting bakery team members and apprentices, you contribute to a collaborative and efficient work environment. This full-time or part-time position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17.00 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, along with access to Whole Benefits that include health insurance, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and store discounts. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team of world-changers who are passionate about revolutionizing the grocery industry and making a positive impact on the community and beyond. This opportunity appeals to skilled culinary artisans who enjoy working in fast-paced settings and are committed to quality and sustainability.
As a Bakery Decorator at Whole Foods Market, you will play a vital role in creating and decorating a variety of artisanal cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items with exceptional artistic skill and attention to detail. This position requires creativity, precision, and a passion for delivering outstanding baked goods that meet the company’s high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible not only for assembling and finishing delectable bakery products but also for ensuring they are displayed attractively and rotated appropriately to maintain freshness. The role demands adhering to food safety regulations and Whole Foods Market’s core values while engaging with customers to provide excellent service. By supporting bakery team members and apprentices, you contribute to a collaborative and efficient work environment. This full-time or part-time position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17.00 to $30.20, commensurate with experience, along with access to Whole Benefits that include health insurance, paid time off, financial wellness programs, and store discounts. Working at Whole Foods Market means joining a team of world-changers who are passionate about revolutionizing the grocery industry and making a positive impact on the community and beyond. This opportunity appeals to skilled culinary artisans who enjoy working in fast-paced settings and are committed to quality and sustainability.
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
- standing/walking 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: less than or equal to 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than or equal to 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
- 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
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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