Creative Cake Designer & Decorator

Balls Food Stores; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper is seeking a creative Cake Decorator to join our bakery team. You will design and decorate high-quality cakes and desserts that delight guests and support bakery sales.

This position emphasizes artistic expression, hands-on decorating, and maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. You will work with a supportive team at Balls Food Stores, earning opportunities in a locally owned store.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous cake decorating or bakery experience.

Responsibilities

• Decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other bakery items according to guest requests and company standards
• Create custom designs using icing, fondant, and other decorative elements
• Ensure all products meet quality, freshness, and visual presentation standards
• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times
• Consult with guests to understand design needs, themes, and special requests
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery and decorating area
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Manage time effectively to meet production schedules and order deadlines
• Assist with baking, filling, and preparing products as needed
• Monitor inventory levels of decorating supplies and communicate needs to leadership
• Stay informed on bakery promotions and seasonal offerings to support sales
• Work collaboratively with bakery team members and store leadership
• Support additional bakery or store operations as needed
• Remain productive during slower periods by preparing materials, practicing designs, or supporting team tasks
• Other job duties as assigned

Skills

Cake decorating

Guest service

Creativity

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fondant

Icing techniques

Job description

Price Chopper is seeking a creative Cake Decorator to join our bakery team. You will design and decorate high-quality cakes and desserts that delight guests and support bakery sales.

This position emphasizes artistic expression, hands-on decorating, and maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. You will work with a supportive team at Balls Food Stores, earning opportunities in a locally owned store.