Cake Decorator

About the Company

Originating from a meat delivery service in Stellarton, Nova Scotia, Sobeys Capital Incorporated along with its franchise partners now operate over 1,500 stores across all Canadian provinces, employing more than 128,000 people. Operating under various well-known banners such as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, and others, the organization functions as one large family committed to quality and service. This specific opportunity exists at an independently owned franchise location.

Role Overview

We are looking for a creative and skilled Cake Decorator to become part of our bakery team. The role requires turning freshly baked cakes into beautiful and artistic edible creations that make every celebration special. A passion for cake decoration, excellent food presentation skills, and dedication to customer satisfaction are essential. This position offers a chance to demonstrate artistic talent in a dynamic food service environment that prioritizes quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Decorate cakes and desserts following customer requests and bakery quality guidelines, using diverse decorating tools and techniques.
• Prepare cakes by applying frostings, fillings, and edible decorations.
• Adhere to all food safety and handling regulations throughout the preparation and decoration process.
• Keep the decorating workspace and kitchen area organized and clean.
• Support food preparation tasks such as baking, portioning, and packaging of bakery items.
• Deliver excellent customer service by assisting with personalized cake orders and helping customers with product choices.
• Maintain strict hygiene practices and comply with food handling procedures to ensure safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure prompt production of decorated cakes for both special occasions and daily sales.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in cake decorating.
• Understanding of food preparation, baking, and kitchen safety procedures relevant to the food service sector.
• Previous experience in a bakery or restaurant environment is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to handle food products safely while maintaining rigorous cleanliness and hygiene.
• Meticulous attention to detail coupled with a creative eye for visual design and culinary presentation.
• Effective communication skills to engage with colleagues and customers.
• Capacity to work productively in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain basic food handling certification prior to starting employment is an advantage.

Additional Information

Our franchise stores provide competitive compensation packages which vary depending on the role, location, and ownership. Compensation is based on candidates’ qualifications, experience, and internal parity within established ranges. External sites might share compensation info for similar roles for reference, but such figures are not verified by us.
We may apply AI tools to improve recruitment efficiency, but hiring decisions remain with human teams.
We are dedicated to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring stages.
Successful applicants must provide valid documentation proving eligibility to work during the onboarding process.