Cake Decorator — Custom Cakes & Artistic Pastry

Whole Foods Market; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Evanston, IL seeks a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items, using artistry to ensure quality and presentation for every customer.

You will train and guide Bakery Decorator Apprentices, uphold Food Safety standards, provide friendly, knowledgeable service, and work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. This role offers competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills with intermediate piping techniques.
• Ability to apply multiple icings and decorate with color theory.
• Strong time management, teamwork, and customer service abilities.
• Commitment to food safety, cleanliness, and precise recipe following.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, and special-order items.
• Decorate cakes following procedures to meet demand and keep records.
• Prioritize production lists and adjust as needed.
• Merchandise products and maintain display case quality.
• Guide Apprentices and other team members; address customer needs.

Skills

Cake decorating

Piping techniques

Color theory

Icing techniques

Time management

Teamwork

Customer service

Knife safety

Math skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Evanston, IL seeks a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items, using artistry to ensure quality and presentation for every customer.

You will train and guide Bakery Decorator Apprentices, uphold Food Safety standards, provide friendly, knowledgeable service, and work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. This role offers competitive wages and benefits.