Cake Decorator

Carlo's Bakery, Inc.; City of Lackawanna (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlo's Bakery, Inc. in New York is seeking a dedicated Cake Decorator to craft visually stunning cakes and specialty desserts in a fast-paced bakery. You will follow custom design specifications, decorate with buttercream and fondant, and ensure consistent presentation while upholding food safety standards.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and precise time management to meet every order deadline. Flexibility with schedule is necessary to cover weekends and holidays as needed, and you

Qualifications

• Previous cake decorating or bakery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of buttercream, fondant, and piping techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and creativity.
• Ability to follow recipes, design guides, and production instructions.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow custom cake orders and design specifications accurately
• Prepare and apply fillings, icings, and decorative elements
• Maintain consistency in product appearance and quality standards
• Assist with production schedules to ensure timely completion of orders
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and GMP standards
• Properly store ingredients and finished products
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times
• Communicate with bakery management regarding inventory, supplies, and order status
• Provide excellent customer service when discussing cake designs or special orders

Skills

Cake decorating

Creativity

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Fondant tools

Piping techniques

Buttercream techniques

Job description

The Cake Decorator is responsible for decorating cakes, and specialty desserts according to Carlo's Bakery standards. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work in a fast-paced bakery environment while maintaining high-quality presentation and food safety standards.

• Follow custom cake orders and design specifications accurately
• Prepare and apply fillings, icings, and decorative elements
• Maintain consistency in product appearance and quality standards
• Assist with production schedules to ensure timely completion of orders
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and GMP standards
• Properly store ingredients and finished products
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times
• Communicate with bakery management regarding inventory, supplies, and order status
• Provide excellent customer service when discussing cake designs or special orders

Qualifications

• Previous cake decorating or bakery experience preferred
• Knowledge of buttercream, fondant, and piping techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and creativity
• Ability to follow recipes, design guides, and production instructions
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements
• Ability to work in refrigerated or warm kitchen environments
• Fast-paced commercial bakery setting
• Exposure to flour, sugar, food allergens, and bakery equipment
• Must wear appropriate bakery attire and PPE in production areas

Carlo's Bakery is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.