What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Cookie Decorator position at For Cup Sakes?
Company Description For Cup Sakes is a specialty bakery in the New York City metropolitan area known for creating gourmet, custom cookies. The bakery focuses on highly creative, hand-painted designs tailored to each client and occasion. As a small, quality-driven business, For Cup Sakes emphasizes craftsmanship, consistency, and attention to detail. The team is committed to delivering cookies that are as visually striking as they are delicious, serving both individual and corporate clients across the city.
Role Description The Experienced Cookie Decorator is a full-time, on-site role based in the New York City metropolitan area. In this role, you will decorate cookies using royal icing, hand-painting, piping, and other advanced techniques to produce detailed, custom designs. You will interpret design briefs, color palettes, and client requests to create high-quality, consistent products. Daily tasks include baking and preparing cookies for decorating, mixing and tinting icings, managing order timelines, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean, food-safe workstation. You will collaborate with the bakery team on new design concepts, seasonal collections, and efficient production processes while meeting quality and scheduling expectations.
Qualifications
Role Description The Experienced Cookie Decorator is a full-time, on-site role based in the New York City metropolitan area. In this role, you will decorate cookies using royal icing, hand-painting, piping, and other advanced techniques to produce detailed, custom designs. You will interpret design briefs, color palettes, and client requests to create high-quality, consistent products. Daily tasks include baking and preparing cookies for decorating, mixing and tinting icings, managing order timelines, packaging finished products, and maintaining a clean, food-safe workstation. You will collaborate with the bakery team on new design concepts, seasonal collections, and efficient production processes while meeting quality and scheduling expectations.
Qualifications
- Advanced cookie decorating skills, including piping, flooding, and detailed hand-painted designs.
- Strong artistic ability with a good eye for color, composition, and intricate design work.
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen, bakery, or similar food production environment.
- Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and proper handling of ingredients and tools.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills to handle multiple custom orders and deadlines.
- Clear, respectful communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a small, fast-paced team.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks with precision and care.
- Portfolio or photo examples of past decorated cookie or cake work strongly preferred.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and peak holiday seasons, as needed.