Cake Finisher Jobs in Cherry Hill, NJ

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 41 Jobs

Baker

  • Media, PA (21 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Media, PA (21 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant Baker

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by...

Baker

  • Newtown, PA (23 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newtown, PA (23 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the craft, you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive for consistency when you make our guests' favorite...

Assistant baker

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We're growing our bakery team! The assistant baker role will be three days per week (see below) and consist of a variety of tasks including: retail/front of house, pastry baking and recipe...

Full Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wayne, PA (21 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items....

Cake Decorator/Sandwich Maker

  • North Wales, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Wales, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

un Cake Decorator/Sandwich Maker (North Wales, PA) Paris Baguette 1222 Welsh Road compensation: will be determined at the interview employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Caker...

Doughnut Maker

  • North Wales, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (22 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Asset Protection - bakers Centre

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Cake Decorator, Full-Time

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

PURPOSE: Exemplifies and ensures strong customer service in all areas of the job. Provides a superior quality product that exceeds the customers expectations. Working knowledge of the department...

Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Spring House, PA (20 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (20 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Williamstown, NJ (20 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamstown, NJ (20 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 5 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,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Deptford, NJ (10 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ (10 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2000 Clements Brg Rd Ste 116, Deptford, NJ 08096-2016, United States of America...

Bakery Manager - Nothing Bundt Cakes

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (2 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (2 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Bakery Manager keeps the...

Cake Decorator-FT Philadelphia, PA Store 2771 D5

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

CAKE DECORATOR Why you will choose us: Albertson's Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company's philosophy. As...

Bakery Clerk (Baker), Full-Time

  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (7 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE: Exemplifies and ensures strong customer service in all areas of the job. Provides a superior quality product that exceeds the customers expectations. Working knowledge of the department...

Demographic Data for Cherry Hill, NJ

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Cherry Hill, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Cherry Hill, NJ 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 in Cherry Hill, NJ
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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