Bakery Cake Decorator

Job Description

Posted Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Expires Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 10:59 AM

Work to earn FREE MONEY for your retirement and elect Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Packages for as little as $20 per paycheck for yourself and $64 per paycheck for you and your family!

PAQ, Inc. is a 100% Employee-Owned Company consisting of 23 retail grocery stores throughout the Central Valley and Central Coast of California. Sixteen of our stores are price-impact, warehouse format under the Food 4 Less banner, and seven are Hispanic format under the Rancho San Miguel Market banner. At PAQ, Inc., our Employee Owners are the building blocks of a strong future—come build with us!

The Cake Decorator is responsible for creating visually appealing and delicious cakes, utilizing various techniques and decorations while exceeding customer satisfaction and following all food safety standards.

• Prepare cake bases, frostings, and fillings according to established recipes and guidelines.
• Decorate cakes using piping, fondant sculpting, and icing to achieve desired designs and themes.
• Create intricate decorations using various tools and equipment, including piping bags, spatulas, stencils, and molds.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their specific cake design requests and provide recommendations based on their preferences and budget.
• Use food coloring, edible paints, and other decorative elements to enhance the visual appeal of cakes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, including proper storage and handling of decorating supplies and ingredients.
• Coordinate with the bakery lead to determine baking priorities and production schedules.
• Assist in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
• Follow strict sanitation and food safety guidelines to maintain a clean and hygienic baking environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of various decorating techniques and materials (e.g., fondant, royal icing, buttercream).
• Understanding of baking techniques, cake structure, and ingredient compatibility.
• Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety.
• Familiarity with different types of bakery products, ingredients, and recipes.

• Artistic ability to design and execute intricate cake decorations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Precision in measuring ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring the quality and appearance of baked goods.
• Efficiently managing time to complete baking tasks and meet production schedules.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage multiple demands, and work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, such as decorating, customer service, and cleaning.
• Flexibility to adjust to changes in the bakery environment, such as new recipes, equipment, or customer demands.

• Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Performing repetitive motions, such as kneading dough, mixing ingredients, and operating bakery machinery.
• Regularly bend, stoop, and reach to access ingredients, place items in ovens, and retrieve baked goods from shelves.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for tasks that require precise movements, such as decorating pastries, slicing bread, and packaging products.
• Working in a hot environment due to ovens and other baking equipment. Ability to tolerate variations in temperature and handle hot items safely.
• Good vision to ensure the quality and appearance of baked goods, read labels and recipes, and operate machinery safely.
• Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
• Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
• Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast‑paced…