Cake Decorator - Training, Growth & Fast-Paced Bakery

Paris-Baguette; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Paris Baguette in Washington, DC is seeking a Cake Decorator to join our fast-paced bakery team. The role involves decorating cakes to our standards, preparing orders, and keeping the display case attractive for customers.

Training is available, and you will participate in receiving and organizing frozen deliveries. Position offers growth within a rapidly expanding bakery café, with a Washington minimum wage training period of $18.40/hour plus tips, rising to $20.00/hour after training.

Qualifications

• Previous cake decorating experience is preferred but not required—we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing beautiful, consistent cakes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and receive deliveries.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, dependable, and a team player.
• Availability for early mornings, weekends, and holidays is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Decorate cakes according to Paris Baguette standards.
• Prepare cakes for customer orders and maintain an attractive display case.
• Receive, organize, and properly store frozen deliveries.
• Organize and maintain the freezer, ensuring products are properly labeled, rotated (FIFO), and stored.
• Maintain accurate inventory of cake supplies, ingredients, packaging, and frozen products.
• Assist with ordering ingredients and supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Monitor inventory, production levels, and expiration dates to minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area.
• Work efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality and attention to detail.Follow all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Work collaboratively with the bakery team to meet daily production goals.

Job description

Paris Baguette in Washington, DC is seeking a Cake Decorator to join our fast-paced bakery team. The role involves decorating cakes to our standards, preparing orders, and keeping the display case attractive for customers.

Training is available, and you will participate in receiving and organizing frozen deliveries. Position offers growth within a rapidly expanding bakery café, with a Washington minimum wage training period of $18.40/hour plus tips, rising to $20.00/hour after training.