What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cake Decorator and Bakery Associate position at Harvard Sweet Boutique?
Job Summary:
Join the sweet team at Harvard Sweet Boutique! We're on the lookout for a warm-hearted and enthusiastic baker-cake decorator who brings a dash of passion, energy, and organization to our kitchen. If you've got experience in a bustling kitchen, love creating beautiful cakes, and thrive in a supportive team environment, we want to hear from you!
As part of our team, we're looking for someone who will help keep our kitchen sparkling clean, take joy in your craft, and pay attention to every detail. We value a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to jump in wherever needed.
This full-time role is perfect for someone who loves juggling tasks and creating delicious treats. Some days, you'll be whipping up icing or decorating cakes, while others might find you decorating cookies, cupcakes, or pastries for the bakery display case.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Decorating a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other pastries
- Bringing custom cakes to life with fillings, icing, and decorations
- Providing top-notch customer service, confidently answering phones, and taking custom cake orders
- Daily production of cake icings and fillings
- Scooping, Baking, and Portioning various bakery products
- Keeping your workstation clean and orderly
- Following instructions for custom orders and other tasks
- Washing, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment
- Treating all team members with fairness, dignity, and respect
Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Stamina to stand for 8 hours a day
- Proficiency in repetitive hand motions and bakery machinery operation
- Availability to work Tuesday through Saturday
At Harvard Sweet Boutique, we offer a fantastic work environment and competitive compensation based on experience. Come join us in the vibrant town of Hudson, where every day is filled with sweetness and creativity!
Qualifications
- Proven experience in cake decorating or a similar role within the food industry.
- Strong knowledge of cake decorating and safe food handling practices.
- Proficiency in using kitchen tools, including knives and other culinary equipment.
- Creative mindset with the ability to design visually appealing cakes.
- Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines for orders.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- 3 years of cake decorating experience is required
Join our team and bring your creativity to life through delicious cake designs that delight our customers!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
- Tips
Application Question(s):
- How many years of consistent cake decorating experience do you have?
- Why are you interested in this position at Harvard Sweet Boutique?
Ability to Commute:
- Hudson, MA 01749 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22