Lead Cake Designer

Job Title :  Lead Cake Designer – Growing Bakery (Confidential)  Location :  Northeast New Jersey  Salary Range :  $60,000 – $90,000 (DOE)  Employment Type :  Full-Time

About the Opportunity

A growing, high-end bakery in  Northeast New Jersey  is searching for a  Lead Cake Designer  to head up their cake program. This is a unique chance to combine your  artistic creativity with a business-minded approach , overseeing custom cake design for weddings, corporate events, and luxury occasions while contributing to the bakery’s continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a small team of decorators while setting production standards

Collaborate with clients to bring their vision to life

Manage projects with a strong business mindset — balancing creativity, cost, and timelines

Oversee portfolio-quality designs for high-profile events and clientele

Partner with leadership on process improvements and long-term bakery growth strategies

What We’re Looking For

8+ years of cake decorating experience , with strong design and artistic skills

Leadership experience in bakery

A  business-oriented portfolio  showing your ability to drive creativity with efficiency

Strong client-facing communication skills

Culinary degree or equivalent professional background preferred

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000 – $90,000  salary range (commensurate with experience)

Comprehensive benefits package

Creative freedom and leadership within a respected, growing bakery

How to Apply

For  immediate and confidential consideration , please send your  cover letter, portfolio and resume  directly to Brittany at brittany.hamilton@gogpac.com

Keywords : bakery, cakes, cake design, cake decorator, baking, small business, confectioner, pastry chef

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.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.