Cake Decorator
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Job Overview

We are looking for an artistic Cake Decorator to join our Hospitality team. Your steady hand at creating appealing cake designs and an imaginative mind are key requirements for this position. You should be able to design and decorate cakes in a variety of styles and for different occasions. 

Besides fulfilling cake orders as per customer requirements, you should also recommend suitable design options. You will also be responsible for coordinating with the Pastry Cook for preparing cake fillings, frostings, and assisting in pastry decoration. You should adhere to the health and safety standards and maintain the cleanliness of your work station while executing your duties. 

You should be familiar with decorating and modeling tools. Also, your knowledge of design techniques will be an advantage. If a free hand at decorating and top-notch customer service skills are your strengths then we would love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Designing and decorating cakes in different styles

• Supervising other team members

• Maintaining cleanliness of the workstation at all times

• Fulfilling customer requests and special orders like wedding cakes on time

• Determining cake prices as per the design requirements

• Suggesting suitable cake designs and decoration options

• Maintaining an inventory of cake decorating items and ingredients

• Assisting the Pastry Cook with pastry decorations and cake fillings

• Abiding by the health and safety standards

• Ensuring artistic and appealing cake designs

• Undertaking customized cake orders

• Checking the shelf life of cake decoration products, colors, and accessories

• Using decorating and modeling techniques and tools for creating intricate designs

• Checking and placing decoration product reorders with suppliers and vendors

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Baking, Hotel Management or relevant field

• A certified course in cake decoration is preferred

• Prior experience in cake or pastry decorating

• Holding a valid food handlers permit

• Highly creative and detail-oriented

• Knowledge of the latest trends and techniques in cake decorating

• Familiarity with cake decorating and modeling techniques and tools

• Steady hand when using fondant or different types of icings

• Excellent customer service skills

• Ability to handle a competitive work environment and fulfill long working hours

• Excellent time management and communication skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude