Cake Finisher Jobs

A Cake Finisher, also known as a Cake Decorator, is a highly skilled professional in the culinary industry who specializes in the meticulous art of cake decoration. They play a pivotal role in bakeries, patisseries, and restaurants by crafting visually stunning and delectable cakes. Their job involves applying icing, chocolate, and other confectionery delights onto cakes in diverse designs and patterns, creating both classic and custom cake designs. The Cake Finisher must have a keen eye for detail, creativity, steady hands for precision, and a good understanding of color theory and design principles.

Skills such as cake sculpting, piping, and working with different types of icing like fondant or buttercream are essential for a Cake Finisher. Familiarity with food hygiene and safety regulations is also necessary. No specific certifications are required for a Cake Finisher, although a degree in pastry arts or a related field and food handler's certification could be advantageous. A Cake Finisher is likely to have previously held roles such as a Bakery Assistant, where they would have acquired basic skills like mixing dough and baking under supervision. They may also have worked as a Pastry Cook, gaining experience in creating a range of baked goods and pastries, before specializing in cake finishing.

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Bench - Assistant Bakery Manager FT

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 hour ago

To gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise to be considered a successful Bakery Department Manager. To supervise and ensure that Lowes Foods guest service, merchandising programs and...

Baker

  • Delafield, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Delafield, WI
  • 6 hours ago

$2000 Signing Bonus after 6 months in this position. We are looking for a positive, motivated multi tasker to be part of our high volume Bakery Department Team!! This person needs to be mature,...

doughweime

Baker

ABOUT THE JOB We have a full-time Baker position open at our cafe located at 31858 Alvarado Blvd. Union City, CA. We are looking for people with experience making bread, Viennoiserie, and working...

Baker I

  • Vanderbilt, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Vanderbilt, FL
  • 1 day ago

Additional Information Job Number 25041823 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location The Ritz-Carlton Naples, 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, Florida, United States, 34108 VIEW ON MAP...

What You'll Be Doing: Show off your bread baking, pastry making, and leadership skills to whip up top-notch products and modeling GREAT customer service....

Bakery Manager

  • Twinsburg, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary "Our Bakery Team Leader manages the entire bakery team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance to design the...

Experienced Cake Decorator

  • McMurray, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • McMurray, PA
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Great American Restaurants

Bakery Manager

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 15 restaurants and 3 bakeries in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top...

Experienced Baker - BID

  • North Huntingdon, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • North Huntingdon, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Our Baker is a key player in making sure our Bakery products look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll be responsible for using the best...

Pastry Chef Apprentice

  • North Royalton, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • North Royalton, OH
  • 8 days ago

Other main duties include providing training in all aspects of the Bakery Department including Clerk functions and Baker functions and focusing on cake decorating duties for someone with minimal or...

Cake Decorator

  • Dover, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Dover, OH
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Joe's Produce Gourmet Market

Cake Decorator

  • Livonia, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 8 days ago

If you have a passion for cake decorating and love bringing sweet creations to life, apply today!...

Assistant Bakery Manager FT

  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago

It's an exciting time to join Lowes Foods! In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, we offer great pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401K...

Baker FT

  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago

When requested perform clerk function of cake decorating. 5. Maintain sanitation standards in the cooler, freezer, prep area and sales area. 6. Communicate guest requests to management. 7....

Baker PT

  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 9 days ago

When requested perform clerk function of cake decorating. 5. Maintain sanitation standards in the cooler, freezer, prep area and sales area. 6. Communicate guest requests to management. 7....

Cake Finisher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Cake Logistics From Start to Finish
You may have mastered buttercream, but what about the other skills you need to run a successful cake decorating business? Join award-winning cake designer Rachael Teufel as she shares her...
Cake figurines
Learn to perfectly craft beautiful edible Princess figurines. I have compiled detailed video tutorials on how to make 4 different Princess figurines. Apart from the video I have explained in audio...
Cake Decorating
Have you ever felt a rush of excitement at the sight of a beautifully decorated cake-its intricate details and layers of artistry capturing everyone's attention? Imagine being the person behind...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.0%
High School or GED
25.8%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.6%
Master's Degree
3.7%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Cake Finishers
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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