Lead Cake Decorator

Festival Foods; De Pere, Durango (WI, CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Bakery Lead Cake Decorator, where creativity meets customer service! In this role, you will bring artistry to life, creating beautifully decorated bakery items that delight guests. You'll train and guide new decorators while ensuring operational excellence and maintaining the highest standards of quality. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with a focus on teamwork, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about baking and customer interaction. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts, insurance options, and a retirement plan, all while working in a family-oriented atmosphere.

Benefits

15% off grocery purchases

Weekly pay with additional premiums

Vision and dental coverage options

Paid parental leave

Fitness reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Creativity and artistic ability in decorating bakery items.

Responsibilities

• Train new Cake Decorators and provide ongoing guidance.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Communication Skills

Artistic Talent

Customer Focus

Attention to Detail

Decision-Making

Safety Knowledge

Job description

Location : Name

De Pere

Position Type

Full-Time

Company Overview

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:

We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer committed to giving back to our communities and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate over 40 full-service supermarkets across Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are our top priority. This is reflected in our daily interactions, our treatment of guests, and our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Join the Festival Foods team as Bakery Lead Cake Decorator!

Job Title: Bakery Lead Cake Decorator

Reports To: Bakery Manager

Our Cake Decorators bring artistry and imagination to life, creating beautiful and uniquely decorated bakery items that leave lasting impressions on our guests. The bakery plays a pivotal role in crafting unforgettable experiences for guests' events and daily moments, from special occasions to everyday indulgences.

Under the guidance of the Bakery Manager, the Bakery Lead Cake Decorator ensures an exceptional shopping experience by training new decorators, achieving department goals, and decorating items.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Teach, Guide & Support: Reinforce Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations to Cake Decorators.
• Training & Development: Train new Cake Decorators and provide ongoing guidance.
• Scheduling & Reviews: Prepare weekly work schedules, conduct performance reviews, and document and advise on corrective actions for violations.
• Guest Service: Assist guests with finding items, taking special orders, and packaging and pricing items.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain standards by observing sales floor and back stock conditions, communicating with the Bakery Manager and team, and meeting department goals.
• Product Handling: Support decorating bakery products and maintaining inventory of supplies.
• Cleanliness & Safety: Keep work areas clean, maintain food safety logs, and meet quantity expectations by specified times.
• Communication: Answer questions from bakery staff and handle telephone inquiries professionally.
• Honor Commitments: Maintain regular, timely attendance and provide notice for absences.
• Support the Team: Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

To succeed as a Lead Cake Decorator, you should have:

• Communication Skills: Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety Knowledge: Understanding of safety requirements and equipment operation.
• Decision-Making: Knowledge of retail food operations, perishable department management, and merchandising.
• Artistic Talent: Creativity and artistic ability in decorating bakery items.
• Customer Focus: Ability to interact effectively with guests and understand their needs.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring decorated products meet quality standards.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical requirements include:

• Standing for long periods
• Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Working near moving machinery
• Occasional exposure to temperature extremes
• Repetitive hand and wrist movements

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time role with shifts that include mornings, afternoons, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Benefits Overview

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Associate Discount: 15% off grocery purchases for you and your household.
• Weekly & Premium Pay: Weekly pay, with additional premiums on Sundays and holidays.
• Advanced Scheduling: Schedules provided two weeks in advance for better planning.
• Insurance: Vision and dental coverage options.
• Support & Well-being: Paid parental leave, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, and care coaches.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, allowing you to share in the company's growth.

We are committed to an inclusive environment and equal employment opportunities for all.

Address

1001 Main Avenue

City

De Pere

State

WI

Postal Code

54115