What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cake Decorator position at Magpies Bakery?
Job Overview
Magpies Bakery is seeking an experienced, efficient, and detail-oriented Cake Decorator to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for building, finish-coating, designing, and decorating cakes and other baked goods to meet established quality, presentation, and customer service standards. Your expertise in cake decorating, food preparation, and pastry artistry will be essential in crafting visually stunning desserts that leave a lasting impression. This position requires a high level of skill, attention to detail, creativity, and strict adherence to food safety guidelines.
Essential Duties
- Decorate custom cakes using piping techniques, fondant, and other edible decorations
- Stack, fill, crumb-coat, and frost cakes to a professional finish
- Follow customer design requests while maintaining bakery style standards
- Assist with cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and other decorated desserts when necessary
- Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work area
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Communicate clearly with team members and complete tasks within established deadlines
- Support bakery team members as needed to ensure smooth daily operations, including performing cleaning and maintenance tasks
- Maintain regular and prompt attendance
Skills
- Extensive experience in cake decorating with proficiency in piping techniques, fondant work, and decorative accents
- Strong knowledge of food handling safety protocols and proper sanitation practices
- Skilled in food preparation, baking, and pastry arts within a commercial kitchen or bakery setting
- Excellent customer service skills to understand client needs and communicate design ideas effectively
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation
- Culinary experience in the food industry or restaurant environment is highly desirable
- Knowledge of food safety regulations applicable to bakery operations
- Experience in catering or large-scale food production is a plus
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of professional cake decorating experience required
- Experience in a High Volume decorating environment (60 cakes per day expected)
- Strong skills in buttercream techniques, piping, and cake finishing
- Experience with fondant and specialty decorative techniques preferred
- Ability to execute detailed custom designs accurately and efficiently
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Commitment to quality, consistency, and cleanliness
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Weekend availability required
What We Offer:
- Competitve Pay Commensurate With Experience
- This Position Is Eligible For Tips
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
If you are an experienced decorator looking for a workplace that values your talent and passion for the craft, we want to hear from you. At Magpies Bakery, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of professionals committed to making life a little sweeter for Knoxville!
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- For the Holidays of Thanksgiving (11/24) and Christmas (12/25) We schedule blackout days for the week leading up to each holiday, and are closed for the weekend following Thanksgiving, and the week following Christmas. Do you foresee scheduling conflicts in working the week prior to these holidays?
- What is your standard availability? (Saturday's are required for this role)
Experience:
- Cake decorating: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- ServSafe (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17