Cake Decorator
Avec Amoore - Gluten free, with LoveOverview We are seeking a talented and creative Cake Decorator. This is a Contract Position; duties to be performed on site. The ideal candidate will have a passion for baking and decorating cakes, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality products. As a Cake Decorator, you will be responsible for decorating beautiful and delicious cakes that meet our customers' specifications while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. You will also decorate Product for the Display cases. Position Type: Contract: Full-Time/Part-Time About Us: Avec Amoore, Gluten free with Love is a 100% Gluten-free Bakery dedicated to creating beautiful, delicious and allergen safe cakes and pastries for all occasions. We pride ourselves on quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction. Job Summary: The Cake Decorator will be responsible for designing, decorating, and assembling cakes and other pastries to meet customer specifications and company standards. They will also be responsible for making Buttercreams and Cream Cheese frostings. The ideal candidate will have a strong artistic sense, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for creating stunning and delicious cakes and pastries. Key Responsibilities: Design and Decorate Cakes and Pastries: Create and execute custom cake and or pastry designs, including intricate piping, fondant work, and other decorative techniques. Package finished products: Appropriately package finished Cakes/Pastries for display or delivery, based on Company guidelines, ensuring they are presented attractively. Customer Interaction: Work with customers to understand their needs and preferences for special orders, including consultations and design planning. Cake Assembly: Assemble and frost cakes and pastries according to specifications, ensuring a high-quality finish. Quality Control: Ensure all decorated cakes and pastries meet the company’s quality standards and are delivered on time. Inventory Management: Maintain and organize Decorating, and Buttercream/Frosting supplies and tools and inform management of any needs for reordering. Sanitation and Safety: Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and safe working environment. Collaboration: Work closely with other team members, including Bakers and kitchen staff, to ensure smooth operations and timely production. Qualifications: Experience: Previous experience as a cake decorator or in a similar role is preferred. Experience with various decorating techniques and tools is required. Skills: Proficiency in cake decorating techniques such as piping, fondant work, airbrushing, and cake sculpting. Strong artistic and design skills are essential. Creativity: Ability to design and execute creative and visually appealing cake decorations. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the quality of finished products, and compliance with allergen requirements. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members. Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items if necessary. Stamina: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Education: Culinary or pastry arts education is a plus but not required. Work Environment: Setting: Bakery environment with a focus on creating high-quality, custom cakes. Hours: Tues – Saturday (avg 20 – 25 hours) weekly availability between 7:30 am -1:30 pm Join our team as a Cake Decorator where your creativity can shine, and your passion for baking can delight our customers! Job Type: Contract Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Work Location: In person