Cake Decorator & Creative Pastry Artist

Whole Foods Market; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You will build and finish specialty bakery goods with attention to detail and quality.

The role emphasizes exceptional customer service and supporting store programs and safety standards. Responsibilities include decorating, production planning, display merchandising, guiding apprentices, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience.
• Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in a professional bakery or grocery retail preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order items.
• Build, ice, and decorate cakes following standard procedures and maintain production records.
• Prioritize production lists and adjust as needed.
• Merchandise and showcase products in the display case and monitor freshness.
• Provide guidance to Apprentices and team members.
• Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences.
• Deliver excellent customer service and manage inquiries promptly.
• Maintain clean, sanitary work and shopping areas per standards.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties and ensure accurate signage/pricing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cake decorating

Piping techniques

Color theory

Recipe following

Time management

Safety and sanitation

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You will build and finish specialty bakery goods with attention to detail and quality.

The role emphasizes exceptional customer service and supporting store programs and safety standards. Responsibilities include decorating, production planning, display merchandising, guiding apprentices, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.