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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Cake Decorator (FT)

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, Greenvale, New York, United States, 11548

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Uncle Giuseppe's gourmet bakery is actively seeking a FT Cake Decorator for our Store. This new team member will perform all duties related to cake, tart, pastry, and special-order decoration. Our new hire will also create appealing designs on all specialty bakery goods ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient service to our customers. (This position will train at one of our local stores until the Greenvale location opens in July).

Responsibilities

Creatively decorate all cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items

Assist with production of all mandatory bakery products (i.e. parfaits, bars, cupcakes)

Produce in‑house products to daily par levels, as specified on production sheets

Complete production and spoilage records, adjusting production sheets to maintain sufficient product

Prepare, package, weigh, and price bakery products for sale

Monitor product quality for freshness and ensure proper product rotation

Provide excellent customer service, addressing customer needs in a timely and effective manner

Maintain, or ensure maintenance of, a clean and sanitary working and shopping environment; maintain equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards

Other duties and functions as assigned

Requirements

Thorough product knowledge

Ability to follow directions and established procedures

Good cake decorating skills (ability to make flowers and decorative borders; knowledge of elegant piping techniques)

Basic math skills for recipe conversions and modifications

Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team

Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow team members, customers, and vendors

Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and co‑workers

Effective time management and organization skills

Passion for food and the mission of Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency

HS Diploma or equivalent

Professional training or in‑depth training as a Cake Decorator

2+ years of Cake Decorating experience, in addition to experience working within a retail experience performing cake decorating

Must be able to speak, read, and understand the English language

Requires an individual who is detail oriented with a keen eye for the art of cake decorating

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) plan

50% lunch discount

25% shopping discount

More benefits available

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $18 - $22 Hourly

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