Head Cake Designer - Food Manufacturing

Are you a master cake designer with an artistic eye and a knack for leadership? We’re seeking a Head Cake Designer / Team Leader to join a well-established gourmet food and catering company known for crafting exceptional cakes and desserts for weddings, mitzvahs, corporate events, and special celebrations.

This is a full-time, on-site position where you’ll lead a talented team of bakers and decorators, oversee all aspects of cake design and production, and help shape the creative direction of a respected, high-end bakery operation. You’ll work hands-on to design and produce custom cakes and cookies while ensuring the team meets the highest standards of quality, consistency, and artistry.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily operations in the cake and bakery department.

Design, bake, and decorate luxury custom cakes and specialty desserts.

Maintain consistency, creativity, and quality across all products.

Collaborate with clients and internal teams on design concepts.

Supervise production schedules and ensure on-time completion.

Train and mentor decorators and bakers to elevate skill and efficiency.

Oversee inventory and ensure smooth day-to-day workflow.

Qualifications

8–10 years of professional bakery experience , ideally in boutique or gourmet environments.

Advanced skills in cake decorating and cookie design — buttercream, fondant, custom sculpting.

Strong leadership and team management experience.

Excellent attention to detail, creativity, and time management.

Experience in event or catering bakery settings a plus.

Customer service skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.

Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

Portfolio required to demonstrate design and artistic capability.

Why Join Us

Stable company with over 100 years in business and a reputation for excellence.

Modern facility featuring state-of-the-art processing systems, tunnel ovens, proofing / retarding systems, mixers, and large-scale freezers.

Competitive compensation based on talent and experience.

Health benefits and two weeks’ vacation.

Accrued sick time after 30 hours / week (per NJ law).

Five-day workweek with Sundays off (must be available Saturdays; one additional weekday off).

Supportive, collaborative, and creative environment with direct access to ownership and decision-makers.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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