Cake Finisher Jobs in North Carolina

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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Cake Decorator PT

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 45+ days ago

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 (get paid weekly or opt in Daily Pay!), flexible schedules, and...

Cake Decorator

  • Arden, NC
  • moments ago
  • Arden, NC
  • moments 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...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 hours 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...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 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...

Doughnut Maker/FOH Customer Service

  • Asheville, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 22 hours ago

Doughnut making and FOH customer service positions. Dough is a highly skilled and early morning position. Some responsibilities include but are not limited to: mixing and rolling dough, cutting...

Cake Decorator

  • Morehead City, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Morehead City, NC
  • 1 day ago

Cake Decorating and Baking Experience...

FT Cake Decorator (Durham)

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day 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...

Deli Bakery Manager (Harnett Co)

  • Dunn, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Dunn, NC
  • 1 day ago

Deli-Bakery Manager As a Deli Bakery Manager, with Carlie Cs, you are responsible for managing the food service operations within the department and store. The department manager ensures that the...

Baker

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

Born To Bake?! 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...

Cake Decorator FT

  • Mount Airy, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Airy, NC
  • 1 day 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 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...

Full Time Baker

  • Huntersville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC
  • 2 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,...

Baker

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Brueggers, weve been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

Experienced Mixer/Baker

  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Fast growing, local family owned wholesale bakery in Asheville, NC seeking an experienced MIXER. Full time (32-40+ hours/week, M-T-4 day work week) Qualifications: Must have minimally 1-3 years...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 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...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

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


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