Bakery Cake Decorator

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

Job Description:

• Create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items using artistic talents.
• Build and finish all specialty bakery goods, ensuring every detail is just right.
• Provide outstanding service and delicious treats to customers that meet quality standards.
  • Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items.
  • Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand.
  • Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed.
  • Merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers.
  • Provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members.
  • Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences.
  • Maintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment.
  • Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.
    • Earn a salary by decorating cakes and pastries.
    • Develop efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques.
    • Understand color theory and apply proper technique when using all icings.
    • Follow recipes, directions, and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
    • Ensure knife handling, tool, and equipment safety.
    • Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications.
    • Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
      • Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience.
      • Complete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program, or equivalent experience.
        • Lift 50 pounds.
        • Stand/walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday.
        • Work in wet and dry conditions.
        • Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
        • Use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.

Keywords: Whole Foods Market, Marthas Vineyard , Bakery Cake Decorator, Hospitality & Tourism , Cambridge, Massachusetts