Cake Finisher Jobs in New Mexico

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 28 Jobs

Cake Decorator

  • Corrales, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Corrales, NM
  • 5 days ago

Hourly Wage: $17 - $30 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...

Baker - night shift

  • Hobbs, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Description Manage the production of wide range of donuts /bagels / muffins & other baked products and take pride in maintaining a beautiful and well stocked display case Bake,...

Baker - Morning shift

  • Hobbs, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Description Manage the production of wide range of donuts /bagels / muffins & other baked products and take pride in maintaining a beautiful and well stocked display case Bake,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Farmington, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 9 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 4500 E Main St, Farmington, NM 87402-8665, United States of America...

Baker

  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Description We are Hiring! As a Dunkin' franchisee, we are committed to our employees as much as we are committed to our customers. We value hardworking and enthusiastic employees...

Baker I (Full-Time) - Route 66 Casino Production Kitchen

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 13 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 13 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Baker I Department: Bakery Employment Classification: Non - Exempt Position Summary/General Description: A Baker provides quality production of baked goods which...

Kitchen Baker

  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 13 days ago
  • Ohkay Owingeh, NM
  • 13 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Northern Region $27k - $38k Per Year KITCHEN BAKER Ohkay Hotel Casino Occupation: Bakers Location: Ohkay Owingeh, NM - 87566 Positions available: 1 Job #:...

Assistant Baker

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 14 days ago

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Assistant Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the craft, you are able to support the Bakery because you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive...

Cake Decorator

  • Aztec, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Aztec, NM
  • 14 days ago

Id : 571834, Title : Cake Decorator, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...454, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-02-24T20:19:35...

Cake Decorator

  • Aztec, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Aztec, NM
  • 15 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 and Packager Associate

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 21 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 21 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 (FT)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1421 N Renaissance Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87107-7018, United States of America...

Baker

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago

Our franchise organization, Garcial Corral LLC dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team! The Baker has the important responsibility of preparing...

Baker

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 23 days ago

Position Summary The Baker is responsible for delivering products of the highest quality in terms of freshness, taste, and consistency. Bakers are responsible for procuring ingredients, scaling,...

Baker

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 29 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 we've been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in New Mexico

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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