Cake Artist

Leylaty Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery in Riyadh is seeking a highly creative Wedding Cake Artist to design and craft elegant custom wedding cakes. The ideal candidate will have over 25 years of experience with advanced decorating techniques and a strong portfolio. Responsibilities include tailoring cakes to clients' themes, ensuring high-quality standards, and managing production timelines. A culinary or pastry arts certification is a plus but not mandatory. If you are passionate about cake design and possess strong aesthetic judgment, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 25 years of experience in wedding cake design or specialty cake decorating.
• Strong portfolio showcasing advanced cake decorating skills.
• Proficiency in using fondant, gum paste, buttercream, and other decorating mediums.
• Ability to design cakes with clean, professional finishes and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and create stunning, bespoke wedding cakes tailored to each client's theme.
• Bake high-quality cake layers and prepare various fillings and frostings.
• Manage production timelines to ensure cakes are completed and delivered on schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment according to food safety standards.

Skills

Cake design and decoration

Advanced cake decorating techniques

Creative mindset

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary or pastry arts certification

Tools

Fondant

Gum paste

Buttercream

Job description

We are looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented Wedding Cake Artist to join our team. The ideal candidate will specialize in designing and crafting elegant, custom wedding cakes that reflect the clients' vision and our brand's high standards. This role requires both artistic skill and technical baking expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Cake Design & Decoration:

• Design and create stunning, bespoke wedding cakes tailored to each client's theme, style, and preferences.
• Decorate cakes using advanced techniques such as fondant sculpting, hand-painting, sugar flowers, edible lace, piping, airbrushing, and tier stacking.
• Create mood boards or sketches for client approval before production (optional based on workflow).
• Stay current with trends in cake design, wedding aesthetics, and seasonal themes.

Cake Preparation & Production:

• Bake high-quality cake layers and prepare various fillings and frostings with consistency.
• Assemble multi-tier cakes, ensuring structural integrity and visual appeal.
• Manage production timelines to ensure cakes are completed and delivered on schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment according to food safety standards.
• Sanitize tools, workstations, and equipment after each use.
• Handle food ingredients properly, with attention to allergies and dietary preferences if applicable.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 25 years experience in wedding cake design or specialty cake decorating.
• Strong portfolio showcasing advanced cake decorating skills.
• Proficiency in using fondant, gum paste, buttercream, and other decorating mediums.
• Ability to design cakes with clean, professional finishes and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Creative mindset with excellent aesthetic judgment.
• Culinary or pastry arts certification is a plus (not mandatory).
• Positive attitude, team spirit, and passion for the art of cake design.