Cake Finisher Jobs in Raleigh, 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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FT Cake Decorator (South Raleigh/Cary Area)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

FT Cake Decorator (South Raleigh/Cary Area) Posting Date: 04/15/2025 Location: Raleigh, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 427629 Address: USA-NC-Raleigh-3415 Avent...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 3 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,...

FT Cake Decorator (Durham)

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorator Location: Durham, NC Description: A Cake Decorator at Carlie Cs IGA realizes that providing prompt and friendly customer service is priority #1. Being courteous and cooperative with...

Cake Decorator PT

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago

Overview To grow community through building guest loyalty and providing personal guest interactions that build genuine relationships with guests and result in a brand-aligned experience....

Bench - Bakery Manager Level V

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago

Overview It's an exciting time to join Lowes Foods! In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, we offer great pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and...

Assistant Baker- Part Time

  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Holiday Pay Performance Based Raises Employee discounts Free food & snacks Flexible schedule Free uniforms The Assistant Baker's position requires you to follow strict proprietary...

Assistant Baker

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Free food & snacks Free uniforms Employee discounts The Nothing Bundt Cakes Bakers Assistant ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and...

Assistant Baker

  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 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

  • Garner, NC (9 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Garner, NC (9 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Training & development At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting...

Bakery Manager

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Bakery Manager/Lead Operator directs the team and day-to-day operation, which includes all aspects of the guest experience, cake production, brand and merchandise...

Part Time Baker

  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

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

Baker

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 7 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...

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 7 days ago

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager Posting Date: 04/10/2025 Location: Morrisville, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 426828 Address: USA-NC-Morrisville-9567 Chapel...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 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

  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 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...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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