Job Purpose:

The Central Cake Decorator at Hugo's Family Marketplace is responsible for creating visually stunning cakes that meet our quality standards and delight our customers. This role involves using various tools, techniques, icing, fondant, and other elements to design and decorate cakes. The decorator will also interact with customers, manage inventory, ensure cleanliness and organization, and collaborate with the team. Staying updated on trends and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards are also key aspects of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and decorate cakes using a variety of tools, techniques, icing, fondant, and other elements. Interact with customers to understand their needs and preferences. Maintain high-quality standards in cake decoration. Manage inventory, including supplies and ingredients, to ensure availability and freshness. Ensure cleanliness and organization of the workspace. Collaborate with the team to achieve common goals and improve processes. Stay updated on the latest trends and techniques in cake decoration. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.

Benefits:

Full Time - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay. Full Time and Part Time - Employee Discount and Time & Half Holiday Pay.

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

Formal culinary education is a plus but not usually required.

Required Experience:

No prior experience required; willingness to train candidates with a passion for cake decoration. Strong artistic and creative skills with an eye for detail. Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. Ability to work collaboratively as a team player. Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing trends in cake decoration. Proficient time management skills to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in using various tools and techniques for cake decoration, including icing, fondant, and other elements. Ability to maintain high-quality standards in cake decoration. Skills in inventory management, including supplies and ingredients. Commitment to cleanliness and organization in the workspace. Capability to stay updated on industry trends and compliance with health and safety standards.