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Cake Decorator - Full Time

Whole Foods Market

Portland, ME
10 days ago
$17.50 - $30.20

Job Description

Join Whole Foods Market as a Cake Decorator and use your artistic talents to create beautiful cakes and pastries while being a part of a mission-driven company. You'll play a vital role in providing exceptional customer service and uphold our high quality standards in the bakery department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble, fill, and decorate cakes and pastries
  • Build and ice cakes following standard procedures
  • Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments
  • Merchandise products in the sales display case
  • Provide guidance for Bakery Decorator Apprentices
  • Create special order cake designs
  • Deliver excellent customer service
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment
  • Perform opening, mid, and closing duties

Required Qualifications

  • Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills
  • Understanding of color theory
  • Ability to apply proper technique with various icings
  • Effective time management and organization skills
  • Advanced knife handling and safety
  • Basic math skills for recipe conversions
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to meet customer service expectations
  • Strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
  • Completion of Bakery Decorator Apprentice program
  • Prior experience in professional bakery or grocery retail

Benefits & Perks

Health insuranceRetirement plan benefitsEligibility for store discountPaid time offAccess to other benefit programs