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Miette Cakes
Bakery Assistant and Cake Decorator
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Baker assembles ingredients and bakes breads, pastries, or a variety of other baked goods. May specialize in baking a particular product, such as bread or cakes, or specialize in a particular style of baking. Works in an independent bakery, restaurant, grocery store, or food manufacturing facility.
$41,340 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Miette is hiring a Bakery Assistant/Cake Decorator to join our production team. This role combines early-morning pastry baking with cake and cupcake decoration, including fondant work. You'll be part of a small, detail-oriented kitchen team producing baked goods for our mail order and retail locations Responsibilities Bake morning pastry items — croissants, quiche, scones, and cookies on a production timeline to meet shop opening Decorate cakes and cupcakes, including fondant application, shaping, and detail work Follow standardized recipes and procedures to maintain consistent quality and presentation Maintain food safety, sanitation, and labeling standards throughout production Keep station clean and organized during and between tasks Communicate effectively with team members during high-volume production Experience Previous experience in a professional bakery or pastry kitchen preferred Ability to work some early morning hours consistently Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain quality under time pressure Ability to follow written procedures, including food safety and allergen handling protocols Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented