The Cake Decorator will play a crucial role in our production line, applying icing and finishing touches to cakes in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This position demands a high level of precision and the ability to work efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a steady hand, a focus on quality control, and the discipline to replicate standardized cake designs with consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply icing and execute finishing touches on cakes using a palette knife, adhering strictly to set design specifications and quality standards.
- Work efficiently within the production line to meet and exceed daily production targets without compromising the quality of the finished product.
- Conduct regular quality checks to ensure each cake meets the company’s high standards for appearance and finish.
- Quickly identify and correct any deviations from product specifications.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, complying with health and safety regulations.
- Participate in inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies of icing and decoration materials are available and stored properly.
- Collaborate with the production team to implement any improvements or changes to cake designs and finishing techniques.
- Assist in training new staff on the specific techniques and standards of the company’s cake finishing process.
Required Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Cake Decorator, ideally in a high-volume bakery or food production environment.
- Proficiency in using a palette knife for cake finishing with a strong emphasis on quality and uniformity.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to producing a consistent product.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Salary will commensurate with experience.
Shifts start between 11:30am to 1:30pm and finish between 8pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $19.13-$21.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work afternoon shift with occasional weekend work?
Experience:
- Cake decorating: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
