Join Whole Foods Market as a Cake Decorator and unleash your creativity in crafting stunning cakes and pastries. Contribute to our mission of nourishing people and the planet while providing exceptional service to our customers. Your artistic talents will help elevate our bakery offerings and make a difference in your community.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes and pastries
Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments
Showcase products in sales display case
Provide guidance to Bakery Decorator Apprentices
Create special order cake designs
Provide excellent customer service
Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment
Perform opening, mid, and closing duties
Required Qualifications
Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills
Intermediate piping techniques
Ability to create decorative flowers and borders
Understanding of color theory for buttercream blending
Ability to apply proper icing techniques
Effective time management and organization skills
Advanced knife handling and safety
Basic math skills for recipe conversions
Strong communication skills
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
Completion of Bakery Decorator Apprentice training
Prior experience in a professional bakery or grocery retail
Benefits & Perks
Health insuranceRetirement plan benefitsEligibility for a store discountPaid time offAccess to other benefit programs