Cake Finisher Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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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Bakery/Baker

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients and recipes? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Baker

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Cafe Francais is Tucson's only high end, 100% from scratch, local, French bakery. We are a small team consisting of 2 working baker/owners, one other baker (not including this position) and one...

El Super #10 Tuscon - Bakery Manager

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 10 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 10 days ago

El Super #10 Tuscon - Bakery Manager El Super #10 The El Super Bakery Manager will conduct the proper operation of the Bakery Department. This person coordinates the work of the employees to...

Doughnut Maker / Finisher

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 15 days ago

As a Dunkin Donuts franchisee, we are committed to our team members as much as we are committed to our guests. We value hardworking and enthusiastic team members and we make it a priority to...

Cake Decorator

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 25 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 25 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Cake Decorator, no one day is ever the same. You will use your artistic and creative design skills to put the "icing on the cake" on beautifully decorated cakes and...

Baker

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 25 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 25 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy...

Baker (West Irvington)

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Job Description Cake decorators create, decorate and sell bakery products, including cakes, special occasion cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, pastries and muffins and other products. Some Job...

Baker

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

Our franchise organization,, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Baker has the important responsibility of preparing yeast rolls, cakes, pies, specialty...

139 - Food City Baker - W. Ajo Way & S. Mission Rd

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

Position Purpose: Our Bakers will be responsible for executing a wide variety of tasks throughout the Bakery department. A Baker has a keen eye for Food Safety and Sanitation and will be able to...

100 - Bashas' Cake Decorator - Camp Lowell & Swan

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

Position Purpose: Our Cake Decorator will execute day-to-day operations in our Bakery department and provide a memorable experience to all our customers. A Cake Decorator has a keen eye for Food...

Foods Cake Decorator

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 29 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 29 days ago

AJ's Fine Foods Title: Foods Cake Decorator Date: 03/18/2025 Job ID: 13361 Relocation: No Degree: Not Specified Salary: Job Types: Cake Decorator Employment Type: Location: Tucson AZ Job...

069 - Food City Cake Decorator - Flowing Wells & Roger, Tucson

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 90+ days ago

Position Purpose: Our Cake Decorator will execute day-to-day operations in our Bakery department and provide a memorable experience to all our customers. A Cake Decorator has a keen eye for Food...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Tucson, AZ offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.7%
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 in Tucson, AZ
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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