Cake Decorator: Creative Icing & Desserts (Flexible Hours)

Shaw’s and Star Market; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible work schedules

Associate discounts

Health and welfare benefits

Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Cake Decorator to create decorated cakes and desserts in a fast-paced retail bakery environment. You will prepare icings, piping details, and finish designs according to established recipes and standards.

You will also ensure display cases are stocked and visually consistent, process customer orders, and maintain a clean, organized work area while meeting timelines.

Qualifications

• Clear communication when taking orders and gathering details for custom requests
• Experience with icing, piping, and finishing techniques for cakes and pastries
• Familiarity with preparing icing, whipped toppings, and decorative elements
• Consistency in design execution, labeling, and presentation aligned with order specifications
• Effective management of multiple orders while maintaining workflow and meeting timelines
• Understanding of how to maintain visually consistent and well‑stocked display cases
• Ability to read and interpret order forms, tags, and production instructions
• Comfort working with changing priorities and varying order volume
• Knowledge of sanitation practices and product handling requirements
• Comfort with standing for extended periods, continuous hand use, and lifting up to 45lbs occasionally

Responsibilities

• Process customer orders and ensure decorations match requested specifications
• Prepare icings, toppings, and decorative elements according to recipes
• Decorate cakes and desserts with appropriate designs and finishes
• Maintain clean, organized work area and display cases
• Review order details and tags for accuracy before production
• Collaborate with team to manage multiple orders and timelines
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are followed

Skills

Communication

Cake decorating

Product prep

Attention to detail

Time management

Merchandising

Order accuracy

Adaptability

Food safety

Physical stamina

Job description

Albertsons Companies Inc. is seeking a Cake Decorator to create decorated cakes and desserts in a fast-paced retail bakery environment. You will prepare icings, piping details, and finish designs according to established recipes and standards.

You will also ensure display cases are stocked and visually consistent, process customer orders, and maintain a clean, organized work area while meeting timelines.