Bakery - Cake Decorator Job Town of West Seneca New York USA,Retail

Cake Decorators are responsible for preparing, assembling, frosting, decorating, packaging, pricing and displaying specialty cakes, pies and desserts.

Cake Decorators are responsible for speaking with customers to create special orders, as well as producing specialty items to customer specifications. They will inform customers about bakery/cake/dessert products and services and may be called upon to offer samples to customers.

Cake Decorators may be required to utilize equipment such as mixers and ovens to complete their job requirements. A Cake Decorator may be responsible for innovation and creating new items, determining price points for items and keeping offerings fresh and seasonally appropriate.

Requirements/Responsibilities

What We Offer:

A supportive, family-like atmosphere
A well-established, community-loved business
Opportunities for growth and development
Competitive salary and benefits
Job Security

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in cake decorating techniques, specialty cakes, pies, and desserts
Knowledge of bakery production and equipment
A passion for customer service
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain and build upon our excellent reputation

Responsibilities:

Preparing, decorating, packaging, pricing and merchandising specialty cakes, pies and desserts
Assisting customers on the phone and in person
Producing special orders and specialty items to customer specifications
Informing customers about bakery products
Stocking and rotation of all bakery products and supplies
Maintaining clean, safe and sanitary bakery area and equipment
May be required to utilize equipment such as mixers and ovens

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Outgoing, friendly, neat and professional
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills to ensure excellent customer service
Ability to solve practical problems
Possesses basic math skills
Strong organizational skills

Other Requirements:

Requires standing, walking, bending, and/or climbing throughout the entire work day.
Repetitive arm and hand movements; bending, carrying, and lifting
Requires transferring product either horizontally or vertically of up to 50 pounds
Weekend, evening, and holiday work required; flexible hours

Education and

Work Experience:

Must be at least 18 years of age
At least 2 years experience in cake decorating preferred