Cake Finisher Jobs in Virginia

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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Great American Restaurants

Bakery Manager

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 15 restaurants and 3 bakeries in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top...

Immediate Hire For Baker And Cake Decorator

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 hour ago

paris baguette bakery store openimmediate hire for baker and cake decoratormultiple open positions in virginia beach reach out text or phone... or ... need to go to New jersey for training4 weeks...

Cake Decorator

  • Norton, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Norton, VA
  • 11 hours 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...

Doughnut Maker

  • Manassas, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 17 hours ago

DOUGHNUT MAKER MANASSAS, VA Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme's focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder's original recipe. The brand's iconic Hot Light lets...

Full Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items....

Baker

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 1 day 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...

Part Time Cake Decorator / Bakery Clerk

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements: Must be able to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions, request supplies orally or in writing. knowledge of decorating specifically cake decorating Visual requirements...

PT Cake Decorator - 6426

  • Staunton, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 1 day ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Store Positions Job Requisition: 421374 Address: USA-VA-Staunton-1015 Richmond Road Store Code: GC - Us Store Mgrs (2600612) At The GIANT Company we're committed...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 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...

Dunkin Donuts Baker/Finisher - Morning/Day Shift

  • Abingdon, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Abingdon, VA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Are you an early riser with a passion for baking? We're seeking a dedicated Baker/Finisher to bring sweetness and smiles to our customers' mornings and days at Dunkin' Donuts. If you love...

Dunkin Donuts Baker/Finisher - Overnight Shift

  • Bristol, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Join Our Team as an Overnight Baker/Finisher at Dunkin' Donuts! Are you a night owl with a love for baking? We're on the lookout for a dedicated Overnight Baker/Finisher to be the...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 4 days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 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,...

Part Time Baker

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 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,...

PT Cake Decorator

  • King George, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • King George, VA
  • 5 days ago

Food Lion Title: PT Cake Decorator Date: 03/06/2025 Job ID: 390070 Degree: No Degree Salary: Job Types: Cake Decorator Employment Type: Location: King Ge VA Primary Purpose Provide quality...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

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


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