Experienced Cake Decorator - Bid

Giant Eagle•Monroeville, PA

About The Position

The Cake Decorator prepares and decorates cakes and other Bakery products to ensure attractive, fresh products are available for sale. The role combines cake preparation and decoration with customer service, merchandising, special-order handling, product rotation, and department cleanliness and safety. Cake Decorators help guests find products, answer questions, make suggestions, and create special-order products that meet customer expectations. They work as part of a Bakery team and are expected to support coworkers, share a passion for food, and contribute to a positive guest experience.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a job-specific skills assessment.
Six to twelve months of experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Move cakes from the preparation area to sales tables and cases, keeping displays filled.
Follow procedures that help the store meet out-of-stock percentage goals.
Use merchandising principles to support sales and create appealing displays for guests.
Take special orders from guests in person and over the telephone, and accurately record Bakery product orders.
Check products in the sales area for dates and condition to maintain product quality.
Document and record daily known loss.
Prioritize safety for Team Members, guests, and products.
Greet customers and help them locate products; answer questions and make suggestions.
Encourage fellow Team Members and guests through enthusiasm for food and a willingness to provide extra service.
Handle products and equipment according to food-safety and safety guidelines.
Clean and maintain equipment, tables, utensils, floors, and other work areas in accordance with safety and sanitation regulations.
Prepare and decorate products for Bakery cases and displays, rotate product, follow code-dating procedures, and ensure fresh products are available.
Follow safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanup requirements, Steritech procedures, proper lifting practices, and housekeeping standards.
Follow department procedures for daily setups, order taking, copyright policies, and product rotation.
Stay current on product information and procedures, including special orders, the cake program, portion control, seasonal items, and color mixing.
Ice and decorate cakes using prepared icing, spatulas, and icing bags.
Prepare icing and other products by reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and mixing ingredients.
Help maintain Bakery backroom, cooler, and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries.
Operate department equipment and use personal protective equipment.
Assist in other areas as required.