Moises Bakery Hallandale in Hallandale Beach, FL is looking for one cake decorator to join our 19 person strong team. We are located on 115 E Hallandale Beach Blvd Moises Bakery. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, motivated, and reliable.

Specialty Cake Decorator

Full-time

Job highlights

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with members on the specifics of each cake
• The Cake Designer must display a high level of competency in all types of Cake Production such as but not limited to: Wedding Cakes, Buttercream Cakes, Stacked Cakes, Fondant Work, Carved/Shaped Cakes, Gumpaste Flowers and Decorations, all while maintaining excellent speed and efficiency
• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
• 3 years experience in Baking and Pastry field
• Ability to communicate in English with guest, co-workers and management
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
• Prior Cake Decorating Experience
• Must showcase cake decorating skills with a tasting for the Chef
• Culinary college degree
• Food handling certificate
• Sanitation Certificate
• Ability to communicate in multiple languages
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize, organize and execute work and follow through with assigned tasks
• Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time while maintaining a high level of professionalism
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Contribute to the growth and success of the team
• Has a working knowledge of most recipes that are being utilized in the pastry kitchen

Responsibilities

• Job Overview: The Cake Designer must be able to plan, prep, provide and set up high quality cakes
• They will help train, and mentor our current team in all aspects of cake production
• The Cake Designer must follow established recipes and help to create and grow our signature cake and dessert program with the approval and guidance of the Owner
• Must be able organize their station and equipment in a neat and orderly fashion to meet the Chef's expectation
• Maintain and contribute to a positive work environment
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
• Clearly communicate using professional language
• Daily communication with Pastry Sous Chef(s) and Owners
• Discuss operational status, special attention arrivals and /or special attention guests with dietary/allergic restrictions, kitchen status (equipment repairs, cleanliness, and special needs projects), kitchen morale, suggestions of ways to improve member experiences through new food offerings and ideas to drive revenue
• Daily communications with stewards to ensure area is running at the highest possible sanitary standards
• Give and log daily, weekly and monthly projects to the stewards for areas of concern
• Constantly pushing self to learn more about food service through books, magazines and dining out
• Set a professional example for other cooks and team members
• Ensure a complete washed and sanitized kitchen is passed over to the next shift
• Ensure stewards have followed their daily, scheduled cleanliness of walk-ins, lines and general area of stewarding and kitchen
• Daily line checks with team members ensuring quality and shelf life of product
• Responsible for utilizing product through alternative outlets to minimize product loss
• Closely monitor portion sizing to ensure consistency
• Assist Supervisor in maintaining all logs and checklists for State and Internal audits
• Responsible for assisting with updating recipe books with proper procedures
• Thorough check of all walk-ins to ensure proper storage and rotation
• Expert in plating using proper service ware
• Participate in shift line-ups, informing F&B staff of specials and menu items no longer available
• Ensure storerooms are in excellent condition, maintaining/delegating maintenance when necessary
• Keep par items ordered for dry storage and produce walk-in
• Expert Level of Decorating, Finishing and Garnishing Cakes and Desserts

Benefits

• This position has a competitive wage, depending on experience
• In addition to competitive wages, we are pleased to offer a variety of excellent benefits and career growth opportunities