Cake Finisher Jobs in Howell, 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.

1-15 of 19 Jobs

Baker

  • Plymouth, MI (23 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (23 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 3 days 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 3 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...

Cake Decorator

  • White Lake, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • White Lake, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 4 days ago

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

Baker

  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Employee discounts Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Can you picture yourself in our...

Back of House Assistant Baker/Froster

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Training & development Vision insurance Wellness resources The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker/Froster partners with the...

Deli/Bakery Manager Assistant (Full Time)

  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Starting wage up to: $20.40/hr. with experience Food Lovers Unite! Busch's is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career...

Finisher / Baker

  • Hartland, MI (10 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hartland, MI (10 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 11 days ago

As a Dunkin Donuts franchisee, we are committed to our employees as much as we are committed to our customers. We value hardworking and enthusiastic employees and we make it a priority to ensure...

Assistant Baker NOVI

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Vision insurance The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that...

Lead Baker NOVI

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 16 days ago

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

Deli Bakery Manager

  • Walled Lake, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Walled Lake, MI (21 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 17 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Dexter, MI (15 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Dexter, MI (15 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 19 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,...

Bakery Manager

  • Howell, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Howell, MI
  • 20 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Cake Decorator

  • Fenton, MI (15 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fenton, MI (15 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 20 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 24 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...

Cake Decorator Froster Novi Full & Part Time Available

  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Novi, MI (20 miles from Howell, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Training & development 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Benefits: Insurance Benefits for eligible employees...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Howell, MI

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Highest Education Level

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


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