Cake Decorator

Description of position: Frosts and fills cakes using a spatula, decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips, and boxes cakes for sales stock and special order. Daily tasks and responsibilities: Slices half-sheet cakes by hand using 16” knife or with slicing machine. Places on pre-cut cardboard cake pad for handling.

Applies filling between layers and frosts using spatula. Garnishes cakes by hand. Fills pastry bags by scooping mixed frostings from bowls or buckets. Squeezes and twists frosting-filled pastry bags with various tips attached. Creates borders, figures and writing per Costco formulas, patterns and department production procedures.

Follows standards for quality and consistency of finished product. Reads member special orders to determine appropriate flavors, colors, decorative pattern and personalized writing for cakes. Telephones member if instructions are unclear. Removes cheesecakes from baking pans, places on cake pad. Applies topping with spatula.

Garnishes per Costco formulas. Uses whipping cream machine. Slices fresh fruit for application to baked product. Assembles pre-cut, cardboard cake boxes. Boxes cakes and places on large wheeled rack. Transfers rack to cooler, freezer, or wrapping area. Keeps decorating area clean and clear of debris. Follows safety and security procedures.

Assists with other bakery duties as needed. Provides prompt and courteous member service. Non-Essential Functions and Tasks: Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.

Qualifications

(Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess): Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Licenses/Certifications: Food Safety Certification

• Level 1 required first day in the position. Experience: Candidates with cake decorating experience will be given preference over other candidates. Knowledge/Skills: None. Other: Knowledge and talents recommended for job success: NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).