Central Cake Decorator

Hugos-Family-Marketplace; East Grand Forks (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Discount

Time & Half Holiday Pay

Job summary

Hugo's Family Marketplace is seeking a Central Cake Decorator to craft visually stunning cakes and delight customers at Store #31 in East Grand Forks, MN. The role involves decorating with icing and fondant, engaging with customers, and maintaining clean, organized workspaces.

No prior experience is required; training will be provided. Full or part-time hours are available, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to stay ahead of decorating trends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior cake-decorating experience required; willingness to train.
• Strong artistic and creative skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to learn new techniques and keep up with trends in cake decoration.
• Good time management to complete tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design and decorate cakes using a variety of tools, icing, fondant, and other elements.
• Interact with customers to understand their needs and preferences.
• Maintain high-quality standards in cake decoration.
• Manage inventory including supplies and ingredients to ensure availability and freshness.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the workspace.
• Collaborate with the team to improve processes and outcomes.
• Stay updated on trends and techniques in cake decoration.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Cake decoration

Artistic skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education (preferred)

Tools

Fondant tools

Icing techniques

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Central Cake - Store #31 - 14th St NE - East Grand Forks, MN 56721

Position Type: Full Time or Part Time

Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Purpose

• The Central Cake Decorator at Hugo's Family Marketplace is responsible for creating visually stunning cakes that meet our quality standards and delight our customers. This role involves using various tools, techniques, icing, fondant, and other elements to design and decorate cakes. The decorator will also interact with customers, manage inventory, ensure cleanliness and organization, and collaborate with the team. Staying updated on trends and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards are also key aspects of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and decorate cakes using a variety of tools, techniques, icing, fondant, and other elements.
• Interact with customers to understand their needs and preferences.
• Maintain high-quality standards in cake decoration.
• Manage inventory, including supplies and ingredients, to ensure availability and freshness.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the workspace.
• Collaborate with the team to achieve common goals and improve processes.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and techniques in cake decoration.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Benefits

• Full Time - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay.
• Full Time and Part Time - Employee Discount and Time & Half Holiday Pay.

Qualifications

Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education: Formal culinary education is a plus but not usually required.

Required Experience:

• No prior experience required; willingness to train candidates with a passion for cake decoration.
• Strong artistic and creative skills with an eye for detail.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing trends in cake decoration.
• Proficient time management skills to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in using various tools and techniques for cake decoration, including icing, fondant, and other elements.
• Ability to maintain high-quality standards in cake decoration.
• Skills in inventory management, including supplies and ingredients.
• Commitment to cleanliness and organization in the workspace.
• Capability to stay updated on industry trends and compliance with health and safety standards.