Cake Decorator Specialist
About The Position
Cafe Hope is seeking a creative, organized, and customer-focused Decorator Specialist to join our bakery team in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Through food and service, Cafe Hope creates meaningful employment and integration opportunities while recognizing the ability of everyone. As part of Aptiv, a nonprofit organization working alongside children and adults with disabilities, we are proud to provide innovative support through programs and services that help individuals live more independent lives. Cafe Hope is known for our delicious gourmet cupcakes, custom cakes, cookies, and other baked goods. The Decorator Specialist plays an important role in maintaining our quality standards while creating visually appealing baked products that delight our customers. The Decorator Specialist is responsible for decorating cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other baked goods while supporting bakery production and front-end café operations. This role combines creativity, efficiency, customer service, and teamwork to ensure high-quality products and positive customer experiences. Sometime will also be spent assisting in the Café Retail Associate role, including serving customers and supporting front-end operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Knowledge of baking processes, decorating techniques, kitchen operations, efficiencies, and best practices preferred
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations
Nice To Haves
- Postsecondary education and/or culinary training preferred
- ServeSafe Certification, or willingness to obtain certification, highly preferred
- Inventory control and product management experience preferred
- Experience with recipe and design development preferred
Responsibilities
- Decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and specialty baked goods according to customer orders and Café Hope standards
- Work with the Baker Specialist to provide high-quality baked goods and specialty products.
- Assist with baking and general kitchen operations as needed
- Develop creative decorating ideas, recipes, and seasonal product designs
- Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation standards
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety regulations
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs
- Support efficient production timelines and workflow
- Provide excellent customer service in both bakery and retail settings
- Assist customers with orders, questions, and product recommendations
- Work collaboratively with team members while also demonstrating the ability to work independently
- Follow recipes, instructions, and production schedules accurately
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
