Pastry Artist & Custom Cake Decorator

Whole Foods Market, Inc; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Bakery Decorator to craft and decorate cakes, tarts, and specialty items, delivering high-quality, visually appealing products. You will follow standard procedures, train apprentices, and provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced store environment.

The role requires strong decorating skills, color theory knowledge, and precise adherence to safety and quality standards. A flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays may be needed.

Qualifications

• Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques.
• Understand color theory as it pertains to blending buttercream colors and coordinating complementing palettes.
• Ability to apply proper technique when using all icings, including Swiss Buttercream and Ganache.
• Follow recipes, directions, and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Advanced knife handling, tool, and equipment safety.
• Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information clearly to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items.
• Build, ice, and decorate cakes and bakery items following standard procedures.
• Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Merchandise and showcase products in the display case and monitor 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 and shopping environment; ensure equipment safety.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties with signage and pricing accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cake decorating

Color theory

Icing techniques

Time management

Safety procedures

Math basics

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Job description

Whole Foods Market is seeking a Bakery Decorator to craft and decorate cakes, tarts, and specialty items, delivering high-quality, visually appealing products. You will follow standard procedures, train apprentices, and provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced store environment.

The role requires strong decorating skills, color theory knowledge, and precise adherence to safety and quality standards. A flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays may be needed.