Bakery Cake Decorator

Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: Oakland
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special order items, using artistic talents to build and finish specialty bakery goods.

Key responsibilities include assembling, filling, and finishing/decorating cakes, tarts, and pastries, prioritizing production lists, and recommending adjustments as needed. You'll also merchandise and showcase products, maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment, and perform opening, mid, and closing duties.

Required skills include efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, ability to apply proper technique when using various icings, and follow recipes and procedures. You'll also need strong communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, and a strong work ethic.

Minimum experience requirements include 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience and completion of the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience.

Physical requirements include ability to lift 50 pounds, standing/walking 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday, and exposure to temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

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