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Bakery Cake Decorator

Sudbury, MA

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Needham Heights, MA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Sudbury, MA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Mashpee, MA

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Sudbury, MA

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Sudbury, MA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Westborough, MA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Wellesley, MA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Boston, MA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Medfield, MA

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Cake Decorator

Worcester, MA · On-site

$17 - $23.50/hr

Cake Decorator The Bakery Specialist/Cake Decorator is responsible for providing an exceptional customer experience by preparing and ensuring the freshest quality product. The Bakery Specialist/Cake ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

Westborough, MA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

Bakery Cake Decorator

North Easton, MA · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Operating the Bakery department mixer. * Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake ... Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler. * Process ...

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How much do bakery cake decorator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for bakery 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 does a bakery cake decorator do?

A bakery cake decorator designs and decorates cakes and other baked goods for special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and holidays. They use a variety of tools and techniques, including piping, fondant work, and edible embellishments, to create visually appealing and customized desserts. In addition to decorating, they may also be responsible for preparing frostings, ensuring quality control, and sometimes interacting with customers to fulfill specific design requests. Attention to detail, creativity, and steady hands are essential skills in this role.

What are some common challenges bakery cake decorators face when managing custom orders?

Bakery Cake Decorators often encounter challenges with custom orders due to tight deadlines, last-minute changes from customers, and the need to balance creativity with food safety standards. Coordinating with bakery staff to ensure all ingredients and decorations are available on time is crucial. Additionally, decorators must communicate clearly with clients to understand their vision while setting realistic expectations, which helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bakery cake decorator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bakery Cake Decorator, strong artistic ability, attention to detail, and experience with baking or culinary arts are essential, often supported by a high school diploma or culinary training. Familiarity with tools like piping bags, fondant rollers, airbrush machines, and food safety certifications is typically required. Creativity, patience, and excellent customer service skills help decorators stand out when customizing cakes and handling client requests. These skills ensure visually appealing, high-quality cakes that meet customer expectations and maintain the bakery's reputation.

What is the difference between Bakery Cake Decorator vs Pastry Chef?

AspectBakery Cake DecoratorPastry Chef
CredentialsOften no formal certification, but some may have cake decorating coursesFormal culinary training or pastry certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentBakery or retail shop, focusing on cake decorationBakery, restaurant, or hotel kitchen, with broader pastry responsibilities
Industry UsageCommonly employed in retail bakeries and cake shopsFound in fine dining, hotels, and upscale bakeries

While both roles involve working with baked goods, a Bakery Cake Decorator specializes in decorating cakes primarily for retail sales, focusing on aesthetics. A Pastry Chef has a broader scope, including creating various pastries and desserts, often requiring formal culinary training. The Bakery Cake Decorator's work environment is typically a retail bakery, whereas a Pastry Chef works in more diverse culinary settings. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations.

Do bakery cake decorators make good money?

Bakery cake decorators typically earn an hourly wage that varies by experience and location, with median salaries often ranging from minimum wage to around $15-$20 per hour. Skilled decorators with certifications or specialized techniques can earn higher wages, especially in high-end bakeries or with additional responsibilities. Overall, the pay is generally considered moderate and may increase with experience and skill level.

How do you become a bakery cake decorator?

To become a bakery cake decorator, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and develop skills in cake decorating techniques through on-the-job training or formal courses. Experience with tools like piping bags, fondant, and icing is important, and some decorators pursue certifications in cake decorating to enhance their skills and job prospects.

What qualifications do I need to be a bakery cake decorator?

Bakery cake decorators typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should have experience or training in cake decorating techniques, such as piping, fondant work, and use of decorating tools. Skills in creativity, attention to detail, and knowledge of food safety standards are also important; some employers may prefer certification in food handling or decorating courses.
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Bakery Cake Decorator

Bridgewater, MA

Roche Bros. Supermarkets
Retail • 1 - 5K employees

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Roche Bros. Supermarkets rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview

To prepare and display product in the department in a careful, clean, neat, and expedient manner and ensuring that all product is fresh, rotated, and well-stocked for our customers while maintaining great customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to work as a team member and interact positively with customers.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow instructions.
  • Ability to work a schedule based on the business needs of the store location.
  • Authorized to work within the U.S.

Responsibilities

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.

  • Commit to the "Golden Rule" and work with other associates to build a strong bakery team.
  • Achieve the highest associate morale in the industry by working in a style that is Respectful, Supportive and Totally Team Oriented (RSTO).
  • Train other associates as needed.
  • Provide premier customer service, including greeting and responding to questions, assisting at the service counter, and offering product suggestions.
  • Dynamically selling products by providing customers with information needed to make product-relation decisions.
  • Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake Decorators.
  • Write on cakes/prepare product to meet customers specifications.
  • Icing, decorating, traying, packaging, labeling, pricing products for island refrigerated cases, and maintaining refrigerated service showcase.
  • Filling customer special orders, including all catering platter offers, as well as custom cake requests to include up and to wedding cakes and assisting with delivery and set up as needed.
  • Operating the Bakery department mixer.
  • Following Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms guidelines for Cake Decorators.
  • Prepare and wrap bakery related products.
  • Maintaining Roche Bros., Sudbury Farms high standards for product freshness and sanitation.
  • Organizing and rotating stock in the Decorator's section of the freezer and cooler.
  • Process merchandise according to production guidelines and follow established sanitation standards.
  • Practice the "Cleaner's Creed" and proper sanitation procedures.
  • Stock display cases, and keep all bakery ingredients or merchandise rotated in accordance with company policy and product code dates and always make use of the oldest products first (first in, first out).
  • Receive and unload bakery product and store in designated area.
  • Monitor and maintain the cooler, freezer, equipment, and work area to the sanitation standards of the company.
  • Keep work area swept clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards; report hazards to management.
  • Able to operate and clean the bakery equipment and tools.

Secondary Job Functions:

  • Restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and to maintain the lowest cost supply.
  • Promote items on public address system.
  • Notify management of associate theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark downs or property defacement.
  • Successful completion of the onboarding/e-learnings and checklist within 30 days of hire/entering the department.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Demands: (per work day)

The physical demands and safety risk factors of the job listed below may occur during each work shift and are listed according to their frequency.

Physical Demands

Frequency

Crawling.

0% (N) Never

Sitting, pulling and pushing up to 250 lbs, climbing up to 8 feet, kneeling, and crouching

1-33% (O) Occasionally

Carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, balancing, stooping, and reaching at waist or overhead.

34-66% (F) Frequently

Standing and walking on a title or concrete floor, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, seeing, smelling, and hearing.

67-100% (C) Continuously

Safety Risk Factors

Frequency

Loud noise, cluttered floor surface, contact with skin irritant, toxic exposure (see material safety data sheet), nuisance dust, fumes, sprays, and hazardous cleaning solutions.

1-33% (O) Occasionally

Twisting of back and neck, contact with sharp objects, and slippery floor surface.

34-66% (F) Frequently

Hazardous equipment (mechanical moving parts),

67-100% (C) Continuously

Machines, tools, and equipment utilized:

Fryer, ordering equipment, slicer, case cutter, ovens, proofer, bread slicer, kitchen utensils, electronic scales, mixer, shrink film wrapper, roller racks, unicarts, double deckers, skids, baler, pricing gun, trash compactor, water hose, intercom system, sink, cake machine, cooler, freezer, pricing gun, approved cleaning supplies and equipment.

Repetitive Action:

Continuous movement of entire body.

Working Conditions: Working environment is inside and within cold and hot temperatures.

Hiring Range: In accordance with MA Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. At Roche Bros., we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The hiring range for this position is $15.40 - $20.10 per hour.


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