Artisan Cake Decorator — Creative, Fast-Paced Bakery

Whole Foods Market; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness

Team Member perks

Job summary

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Bakery Decorator to craft and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special orders while upholding our quality standards.

You will follow standard procedures and contribute to customer satisfaction through beautiful, delicious products. The role requires decorating proficiency, strong teamwork, and the ability to manage time in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills.
• Intermediate piping techniques and ability to create decorative flowers and borders.
• Follow recipes, directions, and procedures; good time management.
• Advanced knife handling and safety with decorating tools.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items.
• Build and decorate cakes following standard procedures and maintain records.
• Prioritize production lists and adjust as needed.
• Merchandise products in display cases and ensure freshness.
• Provide guidance to Apprentices and other team members.

Skills

Cake decorating

Piping techniques

Color theory

Time management

Team communication

Customer service

Food safety

Mathematical skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Bakery Decorator Apprentice Training

Tools

Decorating tools

Job description

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Bakery Decorator to craft and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special orders while upholding our quality standards.

You will follow standard procedures and contribute to customer satisfaction through beautiful, delicious products. The role requires decorating proficiency, strong teamwork, and the ability to manage time in a fast-paced bakery environment.