Cake Decorator - Cake Team Member

Paris Baguette Rockaway•Rockaway Township, NJ

10d•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Cake Decorator is responsible for the confectionery execution of cakes, pastries, and desserts. This role focuses on producing and decorating high-quality creations that delight guests and uphold the company’s standards of quality and excellence. The ideal candidate is passionate about cake production and decorating and is committed to guest satisfaction. The position requires knowledge of confectionery production, food preparation, sanitation, and food safety. The Cake Decorator also helps maintain an organized, clean workstation and an attractive cake display; monitors equipment and supplies; and works collaboratively while managing multiple priorities.

Requirements

Knowledge of food production processes, sanitation, and quality programs.
Knowledge of food production techniques, food microbiology, and food sanitation and safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of food safety, food labeling, nutrition, and related FDA information.
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work empathetically and effectively with diverse teams; strong emotional intelligence, intuition, self-motivation, and drive.
Ability to foster collaborative and engaged teamwork.
Commitment to Paris Baguette’s mission, vision, brand values, and culture.

Nice To Haves

A major in confectionery or food-related studies is recommended.
Food Handler’s Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

Scale, decorate, and produce desserts, pastries, and cakes.
Apply general knowledge of production methods and the organization of confectionery production.
Learn new products and skills and demonstrate proper techniques to new cake team members.
Follow sanitization procedures and maintain overall workstation cleanliness.
Manage time and work in an organized manner.
Know and follow recipes and production procedures.
Ensure the cake display is presentable for internal and external customers.
Make creams and sauces for cakes and pastries.
Receive, stock, and store food in designated containers and storage areas in an organized manner.
Inform the supervisor when equipment is not working properly and monitor when food supplies are running low.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Collaborate with the team and represent the company’s mission, vision, brand values, and culture.