Cake Finisher Jobs in Detroit, MI

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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Baker

  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 hours ago

Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Einstein Bros. Bagels, we believe in the bagel, and weve been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 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,...

Cake Decorator

  • Livonia, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $18 - $31 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Bakery Manager

  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Do you love leading teams and helping others grow...

Assistant Bakery Manager CANTON

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Training & development Vision insurance Help lead our team! The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Bakery Manager works alongside...

Lead Baker West Bloomfield

  • West Bloomfield, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Vision insurance The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Lead Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality...

Assistant Bakery Manager West Bloomfield

  • West Bloomfield, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Help lead our new team! The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Bakery Manager works alongside the...

Baker

  • Allen Park, MI (9 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Allen Park, MI (9 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Baker

  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Canton, MI (21 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager....

Cake Decorator

  • Fraser, MI (14 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fraser, MI (14 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's and following all sanitation procedures....

Cake Decorator

  • Brownstown, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brownstown, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago

Key responsibilities include: Receiving and processing online, phone, and in person cake orders Managing cake and icing inventory Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's, stocking...

Baker Part Time

  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 15 days ago

COME JOIN OUR DELICIOUS BAKERY DEPARTMENT! Nino Salvaggio is currently looking for a Baker for our Troy location. RESPONSIBILITIES: Roll, knead, cut or shape prepared dough to form pie crusts,...

Retail Baker

  • Birmingham, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 18 days ago

Performs all duties related to preparing and baking products that are consistent with WFM quality standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (23 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 26 days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members...

Doughnut Maker

  • Allen Park, MI (9 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allen Park, MI (9 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Detroit, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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