Cake Decorator

Too Sweet Cakes•Phoenix, AZ

6h•$19 - $21

About The Position

The Cake Decorator plays a key role in executing daily orders from the Too Sweet Cakes kitchen. You’ll be responsible for decorating cakes, making French macarons, preparing cake components, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and consistency. Your role will involve leading and collaborating with the team to meet production goals, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. We’re looking for someone with a creative flair, a strong work ethic, and a love for pastry arts!

Requirements

3-4 years of cake decorating experience and 1-2 years of management or team-leading experience.
Pastry Knowledge: Strong understanding of pastry methods, techniques, and industry standards.
Certification: OHA Food Handler’s Certificate required.
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50-75 lbs. occasionally.
Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous and precise with a focus on high-quality product output.
Passion for Pastry: A love for creating exceptional baked goods and an interest in working in a high-quality production environment.
Flexibility: Open availability and the ability to work weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Cake Production: Decorate a variety of cakes, from start to finish, for a high-volume wholesale bakery (hundreds of cakes weekly).
Macaron & Treat Production: Prepare French macarons and other baked goods, as needed.
Baking & Decorating Skills: Pipe cupcakes, fill and torte cakes, and make cake batter, buttercream, and fillings to exacting standards.
Team Leadership: Lead and communicate clearly with the production team. Create structure and establish expectations to ensure smooth operations.
Cleanliness Standards: Follow and uphold bakery cleanliness protocols. Ensure all tools, equipment, and surfaces are sanitized and stored properly before, during, and after shifts
Organization & Efficiency: Maintain an organized workstation. Prioritize tasks, streamline processes, and support a smooth flow of operations throughout the shift
Use of Software Tools: Utilize Wherefour for inventory and production tracking, Monday.com for workflow management, and email for internal communication and order updates
Production Scheduling: Develop and follow a production schedule for daily needs in the bakery department. Coordinate timing and resources to meet deadlines efficiently.
Quality Control: Maintain a high level of attention to detail while meeting production volume goals and maintaining Too Sweet Cakes' strict quality standards.
Health & Safety: Comply with all health and safety regulations, including food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures.
Equipment Use: Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including mixers, ovens, and dough sheeters.
Production Monitoring: Stay on top of baking processes, adjusting as necessary to maintain quality standards.
Other Duties: Assist with any other tasks as assigned by the Back of House Manager to ensure business needs are met.