What are the responsibilities and job description for the Baker/Cake Decorator position at The Baker's Table?
Job Overview
We are seeking a talented and passionate Baker/Cake Decorator to join our team. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in a real bakery settingwith baking and decorating cakes, danishes and pastries from scratch. Will not consider experience baking at home.
This role requires a strong understanding of food safety and handling practices. Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to create visually appealing baked products that meet customer specifications. A good person for this position is well organized and meticulous at following recipes. Typical bakery shifts run from 6:00 or 7:00 AM to 3:00 or 4:00 PM.
Responsibilities
- Must be able to follow recipes for preparation and mixing of pastry doughs, cake batters, icings, and fillings as needed.
- Decorate, assemble, fill and finish cakes, tarts, pastries and pies according to specifications.
- Utilize various decorating techniques, including piping.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the decorating area, adhering to food safety standards.
- Package finished products for display or delivery while ensuring they are presented attractively.
Requirements
- Proven experience in mixing pastry dough and baking and decorating cakes in a bakery setting is a must.
- Creativity and artistic skills in cake design are highly valued.
- Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques and the ability to create decorative flowers and borders.
- Strong knowledge of food safety practices and proper food handling techniques.
- Proficient in using kitchen tools such as knives and decorating equipment.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Typically 6 days a week work schedule.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Preferred Experience
- Previous and proven work or baking experience in a bakery setting.
- Previous experience decorating, assembling, filling and finishing cakes, tarts and pastries.
- Exhibit a passion for collaborating, knowledge sharing and working with team mates.
- ServSafe training and/or certification.
Join our team as a Cake Baker and Decorator where your creativity can shine, and you can contribute to making memorable moments for our customers!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $15