Cake Decorator

Job Title:

Custom Cake Decorator Location:

Evanston, IL Position Type:

Full-Time / Part-Time Job Summary Bennison's Bakery is looking for a passionate and skilled Cake Decorator to join our award-winning production team. As a staple of the Evanston community since 1938, we pride ourselves on high-quality ingredients and exceptional craftsmanship. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a mastery of various decorating techniques, and the ability to turn a customer's vision into a delicious reality.

Key Responsibilities Custom Design:

Execute high-level decorating for weddings, birthdays, and special events using, buttercream, fondant, royal icing

Production:

Ice, frost, and decorate a high volume of our classic store cakes as well as customer ordered cakes

Collaboration:

Work closely with the other bakers and the front-of-house team to process custom orders and ensure design accuracy.

Quality Control:

Ensure every cake meets Bennison's standards for aesthetic appeal and structural integrity.

Maintenance:

Maintain a clean and organized workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills & Qualifications Experience:

2+ years of professional cake decorating experience (portfolio required).

Technical Mastery:

Proficiency in piping (borders, lettering, flowers), smoothing buttercream, and working with rolled fondant.

Artistic Ability:

Strong color-matching skills and an understanding of composition/design.

Physical Stamina:

Ability to stand for long periods.

Efficiency:

Strong time management and attention to detail.

Communication:

Ability to communicate when supplies are running low and to ask for help during busy holiday season.

Communication:

Strong verbal communication skills for collaborating with the front-of-house team to ensure custom order specifications are executed with 100% accuracy. Also letting management know when you are running low on specific items. Why Work at Bennison's? Competitive hourly wage based on experience. Work in a historic, highly-regarded bakery with a focus on traditional European techniques. Employee discounts on all our world-class pastries and breads. Opportunities to showcase your work in a high-traffic retail environment.