Cake Decorator - Valparaiso Rt. 30
About The Position
The Cake Decorator prepares, decorates, and finishes cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other specialty desserts according to company standards and customer requests. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills to ensure products meet visual and taste expectations. The Cake Decorator also assists with merchandising, special orders, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. The position works in a grocery store bakery, with exposure to ovens, mixers, freezers, decorating tools, icings, colors, and toppings. It is a fast-paced environment with daily deadlines and customer interaction. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds, as well as schedule availability that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Knowledge of icing, fondant, piping, airbrushing, and other decorating techniques.
- Strong artistic and creative skills.
- Good communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to quality.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and stand for long periods.
- Flexible schedule availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of cake decorating or related bakery experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other baked goods to company specifications and customer requests.
- Design and create custom cakes for birthdays, weddings, and special events.
- Maintain consistency in product appearance, flavor, and quality.
- Assist customers with orders, design ideas, and product selection.
- Ensure cakes and decorated items are properly displayed and merchandised.
- Rotate products and maintain accurate labeling to ensure freshness.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area, tools, and equipment.
- Assist bakery team members with baking, packaging, and stocking as needed.
- Follow company food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Monitor inventory of decorating supplies and communicate needs to the Bakery Manager.
- Meet production and service deadlines to support customer demand and special orders.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Bakery Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
