Cake Decorator/Baker

Job description We are hiring for four locations Royal Palm Beach, St. Lucie West , Melbourne and Stuart Full Job Description Smallcakes Cupcakery Our ideal candidate is a Professional Pastry Chef and/or Cake Decorator who is passionate about creating beautifully aesthetic and artistic work. They will be a pleasant, positive, independent, reliable, motivated, and hard-working expert in their field. Submission of photo portfolio required. The Head Baker & Cake Decorator will be responsible for baking, creating and decorating baked goods, cleaning, and procuring goods and products. They will ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly and efficient service to customers and communicating effectively with team members.

Standard weekly hours:

20-25 hours a week with 2 days off. Work hours can vary based on orders and set up and delivery at events. Key Responsibilities

PRODUCTION CUPCAKES

Bake and decorate hundreds of cupcakes daily, cakes, other sweet treats as assigned within the time frame allotted Decorate cupcakes to our Smallcakes specification, ensure quality control and fulfill special orders accurately Execute recipes precisely and perform basic math functions needed to follow franchise recipes CAKES Decorate shop cakes, specialty, wedding and custom order cakes Use advanced level of decorating skills to produce impeccably decorated cakes. Cake decorating skills to include, but not limited to, covering cakes in fondant, making and applying fondant decorations, buttercream decorations, piping work, gumpaste decorations, and other techniques. Deliver and set up wedding and special order cakes

SPECIAL & CUSTOM ORDERS

Work with customers to accurately capture details, define décor and calculate pricing for cake and cupcake orders, and confirm details with customer Exhibit expertise in our menu and be able to answer customer questions and assist in taking special orders Plan baking and décor schedule appropriately to accurately and efficiently produce special and custom orders Exhibits pride, artistic ability, creativity and exceptional attention to detail to produce meticulous work that reflects highest standards of quality and creativity Deliver and set-up orders to customer venues, as required

KITCHEN MANGEMENT

Maintain the highest level of kitchen cleanliness and organization, including sanitizing work areas, maintaining clean ovens and baking areas. Procure supplies and goods from approved vendors Receive supplies from delivery trucks and put supplies away Date and rotate received supplies as per guidelines from the health department Follows Company policies and procedures for preparing, handling, packaging, labeling, and storing food, operating and sanitizing food-related equipment, stocking and displaying food products, and maintaining and cleaning. TEAM Work effectively with team and represent brand with respect Guide, train, and delegate work to other Pastry Chefs and baking team members Communicate with front of the house to ensure sufficient par levels of baked goods Work front counter as needed GENERAL Performs inventory checks Assist management in accomplishing company duties, communicating goals and feedback, teaching, training, and ensuring compliance with Company policies and procedures Assist with marketing and community service Perform other duties as assigned Applicants must be able to: Be punctual and flexible Be tidy and neat in appearance Adhere to business policies and procedures Work in a fast-paced environment with a calm and positive attitude Possess good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with other team members and leadership Demonstrate passion for baking/decorating with a desire to learn techniques Exhibit exceptional attention to detail and work meticulously Show self-motivation, energy, and have a positive demeanor Grow and learn with the team Taste and evaluate products, as needed Perform physical requirements of position Stand and walk for extended periods of time Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders Lift up to 50 pounds Use hands for grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation repetitively Safely handle environmental exposure to extreme temperature (refrigerator, ovens, freezer) Work mornings, days, Holidays, and weekends, if needed Respond to work request from others, as needed Follow and comply with established procedures including weight and measures, and comply with all applicable health and sanitation procedures When needed, make sure customers receive and experience exemplary customer service Cross train in front of the house to help during busy times or work independently Must have reliable transportation. Have food handlers certification

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED 2-years baking in a professional setting

REQUIRED

2-years of cake decorating experience

REQUIRED

2-years of culinary education / school preferred Must be able to work independently with little to no direction Friendly, pleasant, and outgoing personality Excellent verbal skills Able to problem solve as issues arise

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$34,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year

Physical Setting:

Bakery Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekend availability

COVID-19

considerations: Employees are required to wear masks when serving customers or in group settings. All surfaces are sanitized regularly. Curbside pick up available.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Baking /

Cake Decorating:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

One location

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Store discount

Schedule:

4 hour shift Afternoon shift Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Night shift Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: West Palm Beach, FL 33411: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

Cake decorating: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

ServSafe (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off Store discount

Compensation Package:

Tips Experience:

Cake decorating: 1 year (Required) Customer service: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Melbourne, FL 32904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person