Decorator Lead FT

Vallarta Supermarkets; Duarte (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free basic life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Access to legal services

Holiday premium pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a Lead Cake Decorator to prepare and decorate cakes, pastries, and other baked goods while mentoring new decorators. The role focuses on consistent product quality, accurate customer orders, and strong service in a fast-paced bakery environment.

You will train teammates, maintain attractive displays, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Proficiency in decorating tools and basic computer skills are valued for successful daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience decorating cakes in a retail or professional setting.
• Friendly, service-oriented attitude with leadership ability.
• Knowledge of bakery equipment, tools, and ingredients.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with cake and bakery orders in-store or by phone.
• Train, mentor, and support cake decorators while promoting safety and teamwork.
• Prepare, decorate, and finish cakes and pastries to company standards and customer requests.
• Merchandise and rotate products to keep displays fresh and attractive.
• Follow Bakery Safety Program, policies, weights and measures, and health code regulations.

Skills

Cake decorating

Customer service

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

English proficiency

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At Vallarta Supermarkets, we're more than just a grocery store, we're a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We're seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you're passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we'd love to meet you!

About the Role

The Lead Cake Decorator is responsible for preparing and decorating cakes, pastries, and other baked goods while also providing training and guidance to new cake decorators. This role helps maintain bakery display cases with fresh, appealing products, ensures consistency in quality and accuracy in customer orders, and delivers exceptional customer service.

What You'll Do

Customer Service: Greet and assist customers with cake and bakery orders in-store or by phone.

Team Support: Train, mentor, and support cake decorators while promoting safety, teamwork, and high performance.

Product Quality: Prepare, decorate, and finish cakes and pastries to company standards and customer requests.

Merchandising: Merchandise and rotate products to keep displays fresh and attractive.

Compliance & Safety: Follow Vallarta's Bakery Safety Program, company policies, weights and measures, and health code regulations.

Operations: Monitor oven and proofer temperatures, order from approved vendors, maintain accurate inventory, and control department expenses.

Sanitation: Clean equipment, work areas, and display cases to maintain a professional and sanitary environment.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks assigned to support bakery operations and customer satisfaction.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk for long periods (6-8 hours/day).

Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.

Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (flour, sugar, boxes).

Work near ovens, mixers, and other bakery equipment.

Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and occasional work at heights.

What We're Looking For

Friendly, customer-focused attitude with leadership ability.

Knowledge of cake mixes, fillings, frostings, and decorating tools (pastry bags, tubes, colors, textures).

Experience decorating cakes and preparing pastries in a retail or professional setting.

Ability to mentor and train others while ensuring quality and consistency.

Knowledge of bakery equipment, tools, and ingredients.

Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Ability to perform simple math calculations.

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Fast-paced retail setting with direct customer interaction.

Exposure to perishable products, bakery equipment, and changing temperatures.

Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.

401(k) Retirement Plan.

Paid vacation.

Access to legal services.

Premium pay for holidays.

Savings marketplace & credit union membership.

Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you're detail-oriented leader with a passion for decorating and mentoring others, we invite you to apply today to join our bakery team as a Lead Cake Decorator!

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