Cake Artist & Pastry Decorator

Whole Foods Market; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Indianapolis is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries and special-order items. You will use artistic skills to finish products while upholding safety standards and company values.

You will also train and support Apprentices, manage production priorities, and ensure display quality and freshness. A fast-paced environment and flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques and the ability to create decorative flowers and borders.
• Understand color theory as it pertains to blending buttercream colors and coordinating complementing palettes.
• Ability to apply proper technique when using all icings, including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, German Chocolate Icing, Fudge Icing, and all varieties of Meringue.
• Ability to follow recipes, directions, and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Advanced knife handling, tool, and equipment safety.
• Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items.
• Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand.
• Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers.
• Provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members.
• Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing customers' needs in a timely and effective manner.
• Maintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintain equipment in accordance with Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accuracy of signage and pricing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cake decorating

Piping techniques

Color theory

Icing techniques

Recipe following

Knife safety

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Indianapolis is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries and special-order items. You will use artistic skills to finish products while upholding safety standards and company values.

You will also train and support Apprentices, manage production priorities, and ensure display quality and freshness. A fast-paced environment and flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, are part of the role.