**Job Summary:**
As a part-time Cake Decorator at Costco Wholesale, you will be responsible for creating visually appealing cakes and pastries that meet our high standards of quality. If you have a passion for baking and decorating, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to our team's success.
Responsibilities:
* Check the cake order stand for special orders and ensure all necessary ingredients are available.
* Pull stock from the freezer or cooler to fill the merchandising area as per the production schedule.
* Remove product from pans and garnish baked cheesecakes, seasonal pies, and cakes according to the assembly instructions in the Cake Decorating Manual.
* Process all cakes following the guidelines and place finished products on racks for transfer to the cooler, freezer, or wrapping area.
* Maintain the decorating area clean and clear of debris, ensuring proper labelling and date completion.
* Familiarize yourself with Bakery Department, safety, and security procedures and standards, as well as Standard Sanitation Operating Procedure (SSOP) guidelines for cleaning and sanitation of all equipment.
* Complete and comply with 11 Commandments of Quality Assurance, Food Safety Certification, and all required safety training by warehouse and Bakery Department.
* Assist with other bakery duties as needed and provide prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees, and suppliers.
* Ability to operate vehicles, equipment, or machinery including oven racks, wheeled racks, cake slicing machine, calculator, wrapping machine, scales, pan dollies, apricot glazer, cake scorer, spatulas, cake stamps, icing bags, tips, commercial dishwasher, knives, and labeller.
Qualifications:
Education/Training:
School Certificate or relevant apprenticeship (Trade Certificate)
Cake decorating or comparable experience
Basic math skills
What We Offer:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, develop your skills, and grow with our company. If you're passionate about baking and decorating, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role!