Overview
We are seeking a talented and creative Decorator to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cake artistry and presentation, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in decorating cakes and cupcakes for various occasions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your creativity in a fun, fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
What Your Role Looks Like
- Be responsible for reviewing production schedules, accurately measuring and mixing ingredients, making Swiss meringue buttercream, fillings and fondant decor
- Fill and decorate signature and custom cupcakes and cakes, paying close attention to ensure details are exactly as the customer requested
- Ensure each product leaving the kitchen meets our high standards of freshness and appearance; spot check for consistency in colours and quality in flavour and texture
- Receive and check food orders and supplies from vendors when Lead Baker + Decorator/Bakery Manager are not available
- Identify any supplies that are running low and notify the Bakery Manager
- Coordinate the orders for the day, ensuring each order has been accurately completed, is clearly labeled and is ready for pick-up or delivery; communicate any specific details with the Retail Team
- Work alongside your team to keep your station and the bakery clean, using the daily, weekly and monthly cleaning checklists as per Island Health guidelines
- Participate in creating new feature cupcakes and product ideas
- Contribute ideas for marketing and social media posts
Why You're a Great Fit
- You have your Level 1 Food Safe certification (or committed to getting it within 30 days)
- You have a minimum of 2 years' decorating experience, preferably in a commercial kitchen
- You work independently to complete tasks as required with minimal direction
- You're a team-player and do whatever it takes to make the kitchen and your coworkers thrive
- You take pride in your work and are committed to producing high quality results
- You have a positive can-do attitude and good organizational skills
- You are punctual and great at managing your time
- You have reliable transportation
- You’re keen to comply with procedures, rules & regulations to ensure a clean and safe workplace
Physical Requirements
- Continuous standing/walking for all tasks
- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 22 kg (48lbs)
- Frequent turning and reaching
- Occasional pushing, pulling and some forward bending
- Constant use of both hands, with frequent wrist rotation and flexing, occasional forceful gripping
- Able to work in a warm kitchen environment with limited personal space
Note: There is no LMIA available for this position.
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- decorating: 2 years (required)
Language:
Location:
- Victoria, BC V8T 2B3 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
