Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time - Rogers, AR

Overview

New Store - Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time - Rogers, AR - Early 2026 at Whole Foods Market. This role involves creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items, delivering high-quality products and service to customers. The wage range is $15.50/hr - $29.20/hr and pay is based on skills and experience.

$15.50/hr - $29.20/hr

• Assemble, fill, and finish/decorate cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order bakery items.
• Build, ice, and decorate cakes and other bakery items following standard procedures to meet business demand. Complete production and spoilage records; adjust production sheets to maintain sufficient product.
• Prioritize production lists and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Merchandise and showcase products in the display case; monitor quality, freshness, and rotation following standard procedures.
• Provide guidance and support for Bakery Decorator Apprentices and other team members.
• Create special-order cake designs based on customer preferences.
• Provide excellent customer service; address customer needs promptly and courteously; assist with phones and pages as needed.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; ensure equipment meets cleanliness and safety standards.
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties; ensure accuracy of signage and pricing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Efficient cake and pastry decorating skills, including intermediate piping techniques and decorative flowers/borders.
• Understanding of color theory for buttercream colors and coordinating palettes.
• Ability to apply technique with icings (Swiss Buttercream, American Buttercream, Ganache, Cream Cheese Icing, Whipped Cream, Chantilly, etc.).
• Ability to follow recipes, directions, and procedures; effective time management and organization.
• Advanced knife handling and tool safety.
• Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to convey information clearly to team members, customers, and vendors.
• Commitment to meeting customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Minimum of 6-12 months retail or restaurant experience.
• Completion of the Bakery Decorator Apprentice training program, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in a professional bakery or grocery retail is preferred.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk 6-8 hours in an 8-hour workday.
• Hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, and reach; exposure to cleaning chemicals and varied temperatures.
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions; flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment (knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, etc.). May require use of ladders.

The wage range may be commensurate with experience. This document is a general summary of essential responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list. Promotions depend on business needs and demonstrated qualifications.

Whole Foods Market is an equal employment opportunity employer. We hire and promote based on qualifications and business needs, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage candidates to apply via our Careers site.