Cake Finisher Jobs in Huntersville, NC

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

  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Kannapolis, NC (11 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kannapolis, NC (11 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 1 day 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,...

Full Time Baker

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 4 days ago

This is a full time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Matthews, NC (24 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Matthews, NC (24 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 4 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,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 646 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-0000, United States of America...

FT Cake Decorator

  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

FT Cake Decorator Posting Date: 03/06/2025 Location: Charlotte, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 336586 Address: USA-NC-Charlotte-2526 Little Rock Road Store Code:...

Baker

  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Apply Today Baker Up to $25 / hour James Beard nominated restauranteur Sam Fox, who brought us North Italia and Flower Child, has now opened Culinary Dropout! We are conducting on-site interviews...

PM Bread Baker

  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago

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Baker

  • Harrisburg, NC (13 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Harrisburg, NC (13 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 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

  • Concord, NC (18 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Concord, NC (18 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 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 Baker

  • Matthews, NC (24 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Matthews, NC (24 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 13 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...

Baker Lead

  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Our Baker Lead Benefits Include: Up to 6% matching on our 403B retirement plan Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ LIFE/ Short Term and Long Term Disability (for FT team members) Free Employee Assistance...

Cake Decorator

  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (9 miles from Huntersville, NC)
  • 16 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...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 19 days ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 20 days ago

This is a part time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

Demographic Data for Huntersville, NC

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Huntersville, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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