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Apprentice Cake Decorator

Solon, OH

$13 - $16.75/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

North Royalton, OH

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

Medina, OH

$12.50 - $16/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

Stow, OH

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

Louisville, OH

$13.25 - $17/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

North Olmsted, OH

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Apprentice Cake Decorator

Strongsville, OH

$13 - $16.50/hr

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Job Summary Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful ...

Cake Decorator

Seffner, FL · On-site

$17/hr

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Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... At least 18 Years of Age Experience as a Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... At least 18 Years of Age Experience as a Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside ...

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Cake Decorator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$17/hr

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... At least 18 Years of Age Experience as a Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside Baskin • Able to deliver friendly ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... At least 18 Years of Age Experience as a Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... At least 18 Years of Age Experience as a Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside Baskin • Able to deliver friendly ...

Brewing Brand is currently hiring for a CAKE DECORATOR to join our Dunkin' network! Create ... Decorator Apprentice or equivalent experience outside Baskin • Able to deliver friendly ...

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How much do apprentice cake decorator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice cake decorator in the United States is $15.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kinds of tasks and responsibilities can I expect as an Apprentice Cake Decorator?

As an Apprentice Cake Decorator, you will assist in preparing cakes, mixing icings, and learning various decorating techniques under the supervision of senior decorators. Your daily activities may include assembling cake layers, practicing piping and fondant work, and helping maintain a clean work area. You'll often collaborate with bakers and other decorators to fulfill custom orders and ensure cakes are both beautiful and delivered on time. This role provides a valuable foundation in the craft, and successful apprentices often have opportunities to advance to lead decorator or bakery management positions as they gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Apprentice Cake Decorator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Cake Decorator, you should have basic knowledge of baking principles, a steady hand for detailed work, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with decorating tools such as piping bags, fondant smoothers, and food-safe colorants is beneficial, though on-the-job training is common. Creativity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn from experienced decorators are essential soft skills for success. These skills ensure high-quality, visually appealing cakes that meet customer expectations while fostering professional growth in a hands-on environment.

What is an Apprentice Cake Decorator job?

An Apprentice Cake Decorator is a trainee who assists experienced cake decorators in designing, frosting, and decorating cakes. They learn essential skills such as piping, sculpting, and working with fondant while following customer requests and bakery standards. This role typically involves preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and practicing new techniques under supervision. It is a hands-on position ideal for those interested in developing their artistic and baking skills in a professional setting.

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Apprentice Cake Decorator

$13 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Market District rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


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Job Summary

Our Apprentice Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful and delicious art for our guests and provide the sweets that will be the hit of their parties. Other main duties include providing training in all aspects of the Bakery Department including Clerk functions and Baker functions and focusing on cake decorating duties for someone with minimal or no retail decorating experience. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player. You know that you are only successful when those around you are set up for success. You are eager to support an amazing team, have the drive to grow your career in leadership and have the ability to inspire those around you. You are creative with cuisine and love to help others foster their own creativity. An interest in food doesn't quite scratch the surface for you — you're passionate about the business, the trends and what makes customers tick. You have culinary vision beyond a simple "what's for dinner?" and every opportunity to connect with people is an opportunity for you exchange ideas and learn tricks of the trade. Our Cake Decorators are the cream of the crop and must ensure that each guest discovers the pleasure of tasting incredible food and our passion for providing it at every turn.

Job Description

Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
Education Desired: No High School diploma required
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age
Job Responsibilities
  • Learn product knowledge and procedures, such as product information by category, special orders, cake program, portion control, seasonal items and mixing colors.
  • Follow proper procedures to ensure store meets out-of-stock percentage goals.
  • Apply merchandising principles that will help to generate sales as well as WOW the guest.
  • Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products.
  • Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers in the department and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for. Bakery Team Members are also expected to have sufficient knowledge to answer questions and make suggestions to our customers.
  • Become familiar with products in the store to answer questions and make suggestions to customers.
  • Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment.
  • Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques.
  • Prepare and decorate product for the Bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale.
  • Provide active sampling opportunities, when appropriate.
  • Accurately record special orders on Bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product.
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, etc. to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met.
  • Maintain cleanliness of department and work area, including the back room, coolers and freezers.
  • Maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, clean-ups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met.
  • Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries.
  • Maintain department procedures, daily setups, order taking, understanding copyright policies and proper product rotation.
  • Assist in other areas as required.

About Us

At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life’s moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you’ll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us — because you matter.

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Market District, based in Pittsburgh, PA, United States, is a significant player within the US retail and grocery industry. The company's primary services revolve around providing a holistic grocery shopping experience, replete with high-quality fresh foods, unique specialty items, and everyday grocery needs. The founding of Market District was a part of Giant Eagle Inc.'s development, a household brand name in the grocery sector that embarked on its enterprise journey in 1931. Market District aims to take the grocery experience to another level by offering an assortment of quality foods from around the globe. Their mission is to provide foodies a place where they can find distinct and exceptional food items to fulfill their epicurean desires. Market District has also expanded its service portfolio to restaurant services.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US