Cake Decorator

Overview

Join Ukrop's Homestyle Foods as a full-time Cake Decorator and immerse yourself in a creative culinary environment in Richmond, Virginia. This on-site position offers you the chance to showcase your skills and bring joy to customers through your cake designs. From birthday cakes to seasonal favorites, you'll be part of a passionate team that values innovation and high performance. If you are excited about creating stunning treats, apply today and become part of our dedicated team at Ukrop's.

We are a family-founded company with deep roots in the Richmond community. We value teammates who are Honest, Safe, Helpful, and Ingenuitive, and we are committed to creating a workplace culture that reflects those values every day.

As a Cake Decorator at Ukrop's Homestyle Foods, you will play a crucial role in bringing our bakery creations to life. Your contributions will directly support the seamless preparation and presentation of our delicious bakery items, enhancing the overall experience for our valued customers. Join us in crafting delightful treats that bring smiles to faces!

• Decorate sheet, round, and layer cakes, as well as cupcakes, per customer and internal specifications.
• Assemble, prep, slice, and package finished bakery products.
• Operate and sanitize production equipment, including slicers and packaging machines.
• Label, inspect, and sort baked goods for quality control and order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols, including HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF.
• Immediately report any food safety or quality concerns to a supervisor.
• Assist other bakery staff as needed to meet production goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of cake decorating experience in a commercial or retail bakery setting.
• Skilled in decorating techniques and color coordination.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Manual dexterity for precise decorating tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation principles.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, holidays, and weekends as needed.

• Work performed primarily in a production environment.
• Exposure to common bakery allergens (e.g., wheat, dairy, eggs).
• Use of commercial mixers, icing equipment and supplies, and packaging machines.
• Frequent exposure to standing and physical motion for extended periods.

• Must be able to work flexible hours based on production demands.

• Affordable healthcare upon eligibility
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Company 401(k) upon eligibility
• Paid Time Off
• Birthday PTO
• Referral Bonus
• Shift Differential on eligible shifts
• Competitive Salary
• and more

Ukrop's Homestyle Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer