Join Whole Foods Market as a Cake Decorator and use your artistic talents to create beautiful cakes and pastries while making a positive impact in your community. You will be responsible for decorating a variety of bakery goods and providing exceptional customer service, all within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble, fill, and decorate cakes and pastries
Build and ice cakes following standard procedures
Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments
Merchandise and showcase products to satisfy customers
Provide guidance to Bakery Decorator Apprentices
Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences
Provide excellent customer service
Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment
Perform assigned 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 follow recipes and directions
Effective time management and organization skills
Advanced knife handling and equipment safety
Basic math skills for recipe conversions
Strong communication skills
Ability to deliver clear information
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience
Completion of Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program
Prior experience within a professional bakery or grocery retail
Benefits & Perks
Health insuranceRetirement plan benefitsEligibility for a store discountPaid time offAccess to other benefit programs