Cake & Pastry Decorator: Custom Cakes & Special Orders

Whole Foods Market, Inc; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market, Inc. is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You will translate customer preferences into edible art while upholding quality standards and food safety.

You will mentor Bakery Decorator Apprentices and collaborate with teammates to ensure timely production and superior service in a fast-paced store environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items.
• Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand; complete production and spoilage records.
• Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Merchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers; monitor product quality and rotation.
• Provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members.
• Create special order cake designs based on customer preferences.
• Provide excellent customer service, addressing customers' needs promptly and courteously.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working/shopping environment; ensure equipment cleanliness and safety.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties; ensure accuracy of signage and pricing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cake decorating

Pastry decorating

Color theory

Buttercream techniques

Recipes following

Time management

Knife safety

Math skills

Team player

Customer service

Education

Bakery Decorator Apprentice training or equivalent

Job description

Whole Foods Market, Inc. is seeking a Bakery Decorator to create and decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You will translate customer preferences into edible art while upholding quality standards and food safety.

You will mentor Bakery Decorator Apprentices and collaborate with teammates to ensure timely production and superior service in a fast-paced store environment.