Decorator

brookshires; Paris; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC) seeks a bakery decorator to plan, decorate, and display cakes and baked goods while supporting day-to-day bakery operations and customer service.

The role requires creativity, precise decorating skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends, in a retail bakery environment. Training provides handling, safety, and recipe execution guidance.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or preferred with related experience.
• Food Handler certification required.
• Decorator certification desirable.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, ices, and decorates cakes and other baked goods for display or requests.
• Traces and copies drawings onto cakes using templates or free-hand sketches.
• Identifies, matches, and blends icing colors; judges color, texture, aroma, flavor and taste.
• Selects decorating materials and tools; makes quick decisions under time pressure.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary work area; promotes customer service.
• Plans production schedule in conjunction with seasons, store promotions and events.

Skills

Creative design

Precision decorating

Equipment operation

Communication

Flexible scheduling

Education

HS diploma or GED

Age 18+

Tools

Decorating templates

Freehand icing

Job description

At Brookshire Grocery Company (BGC), we're not just about business-we're about building a community where you can thrive. Based in Tyler, Texas, BGC is home to five unique banners-Brookshire's Grocery Company, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, Fresh by Brookshire's, and Reasor's-operating over 215 + stores across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

We're all about creating a workplace where you can thrive. At BGC, you matter, your contributions are celebrated, and your future is unlimited. Whether you're launching your career or ready to level up, you'll find a supportive team, endless growth opportunities, and a chance to make an impact.

Here is what sets us apart:

• Wellness that works for you: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Flexibility and freedom: Paid time off to relax, recharge, and enjoy life.
• Ownership that empowers: 401(k) plan to help you build a solid future that the Company contributes to.
• Savings for your lifestyle: Exclusive employee discounts on the things you need most.
• Investing in your dreams: Scholarships and educational support to fuel your growth.
• Adventure awaits: Access to a 205-acre outdoor recreation area for unwinding, connecting, and having fun.

When you join BGC, you're not just starting a job-you're becoming part of something bigger. We're here to support your goals, inspire your journey, and celebrate your wins.

Job Summary:

Utilizes creativity and technical skill to plan and decorate bakery products. Assists with day-to-day bakery operations and promotes customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares, ices, and decorates cakes and other baked goods for display or customer requests.
• Traces and copies drawings onto cakes by using a template or making free-hand sketches.
• Identifies, matches, and blends icing colors. Makes fine judgments regarding colors, texture, aroma, flavor, and taste.
• Selects appropriate decorating materials and tools to complete requests. Makes quick decisions under time pressure and takes initiative to decide course of action.
• Cleans, assembles, and prepares equipment for operation, and examines to check working order under supervision. Partners must be 18+ years.
• Stays current with cake decorating trends, processes, and technology; plans production schedule in conjunction with seasons, store promotions, and community events.
• Inspects product for satisfactory production and food safety quality according to Company standards.
• Provides friendly and customer service-oriented attitude by greeting customers, answering questions, and fulfilling customer requests.
• Maintains clean, safe and sanitary working and shopping environment by adhering to Company safety procedures.
• Promotes product sales through use of suggestive selling initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop and plan creative designs on baked goods.
• Ability to use precision hand tools for decorating, carving, sculpting, etc.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain department equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate (in written and verbal form) with customers and partners.
• Ability to work well with fellow partners and promote a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be attentive to potential hazards and remedy or place appropriate warning signs or devices around or near the hazard as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Must report any potential hazards that cannot be immediately remedied to a supervisor.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED and six or more months of related experience preferred.
• Minimum of 18 years of age required.
• Must be 18 years of age to operate or clean motorized equipment.
• Partners must be 21 years of age or older to drive for Company business in accordance with the BGC Business Driver Policy.
• Typically involves on-the-job training.
• Food Handler certification required.
• Decorator certification desirable.

Physical Demands:

• Continuously required to use close vision, distance vision, depth perception or the ability to focus.
• Continuously required to stand or walk.
• Continuously required to use fine finger movements or strenuous finger and hand movements.
• Continuously required to use hands for reaching, touching or handling.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel or squat.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, maneuver or lift objects up to 75 lbs.
• Attendance at work is required.

Work Context and Environment:

• Work is generally performed in a retail store.
• Occasionally exposed to extreme cold conditions (non-weather).
• Occasionally exposed to wet, slippery or damp conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to cleaning agents.
• Quiet to moderate noise level.

Ready to find your place? BGC is "A Career Where You Belong."

Brookshire Grocery Company strives to provide a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment for its partn