Cake Finisher Jobs in New Jersey

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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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Baker - PT

A little about us..... Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace, where every visit is a journey through the flavors of Italy! As the head destination for Italian groceries and delights, with 11 stores across...

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 11 hours 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

  • Midland Park, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Midland Park, NJ
  • 11 hours 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Teterboro, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Cake Decorator 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1 Teterboro Landing Drive, Teterboro, NJ 07608 Hourly Wage: $21 - $34 per/hour The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage...

Pizza Baker

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Pizza Baker Stew Leonard's - 3.7 Clifton, NJ Job Details Full-time $16.50 - $18.00 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance...

Cake Decorator-FT Swedesboro, NJ

  • Logan Township, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Logan Township, NJ
  • 3 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...

Baker

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following...

Bakery Manager - Nothing Bundt Cakes

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 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...

Baker (full or part time)

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 3 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following...

Baker

  • Flanders, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Flanders, NJ
  • 4 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 and Packager Associate

  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 4 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...

Cake Decorator, Full-Time

  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Bordentown, NJ
  • 5 days ago

CAKE DECORATOR 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...

BOH Baker Assist

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting production demands. Following...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 6 days ago

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Assistant Bakery Manager keeps the atmosphere upbeat and the sweets coming. Every day is delicious and satisfying. And as part of this successful and growing brand,...

Lead Baker

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking for a baking professional to join our team of artisan bakers. As a Lead Baker at Somedays Bakery, you will produce...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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