Cake Decorator - Full Time

divh2Bakery Decorator / h2pAs a Bakery Decorator, youll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. Youll use your artistic talents to build and finish all specialty bakery goods, ensuring that every detail is just right. As a Bakery Decorator, youll play a critical role in upholding our differentiators by providing outstanding service and delicious treats to our customers that meet our quality standards. In addition to following these procedures, youll also be expected to support our Core Values and goals, promote companywide, regional, and store programs and initiatives, ensuring strict adherence to all applicable Food Safety and compliance duties required in the department. / ph3Job Responsibilities / h3olliAssemble, fill, and finish / decorate cakes, tarts, select pastry, and special-order bakery items. / liliBuild, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand. Complete production and spoilage records according to standard procedures, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product. / liliPrioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed. / liliMerchandise and showcase products in the sales display case to satisfy and delight customers. Monitor product quality for freshness and ensure proper product rotation within the display case, following standard procedures. / liliProvide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other Team Members. / liliCreate special order cake designs based on customer preferences. / liliProvide excellent customer service, addressing customers needs in a timely and effective manner, model suggestive selling techniques, answer phones and pages promptly and courteously. / liliMaintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintain equipment in accordance with Whole Foods Market cleanliness and safety standards. / liliPerform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned, ensuring accuracy of signage and pricing. / liliPerform other duties as assigned. / li / olh3Skill Requirements / h3ulliEfficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques and the ability to create decorative flowers and borders. / liliUnderstand color theory as it pertains to blending buttercream colors and coordinating complementing palettes. / liliAbility to apply proper technique when using all icings, including Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, German Chocolate Icing, Fudge Icing, and all varieties of Meringue. / liliAbility to follow recipes, directions, and procedures; effective time management and organization skills. / liliAdvanced knife handling, tool, and equipment safety. / liliBasic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications. / liliStrong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team. / liliAbility to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors. / liliAbility to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members. / liliStrong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency. / li / ulh3Experience / h3ulliMinimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience. / liliComplete the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program, or equivalent experience. / liliPrior experience within a professional bakery or grocery retail, preferred. / li / ulh3Physical Requirements / Working Conditions / h3ulliMust be able to lift 50 pounds. / liliIn an 8-hour workday : standing / walking 6-8 hours. / liliHand use : single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. / liliWork requires the following motions : bending, twisting, squatting and reaching. / liliExposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals. / liliExposure to temperatures : lt;32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), 90 degrees Fahrenheit. / liliAbility to work in wet and dry conditions. / liliAbility to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. / liliAbility to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery. / liliMay require use of ladders. / li / ulpThe wage range for this position is $15.50-$29.20 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits. Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a persons date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site : careers.wholefoodsmarket.com / benefits. At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs. / p / div