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Cake Baking Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cake Decorator

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Maintain a clean and organized work environment in compliance with health regulations. * Assist in inventory management of baking supplies and ingredients. * Stay updated on cake decorating trends ...

Cake Decorator II

Ellensburg, WA · On-site

$17.38 - $21.40/hr

Assisting baking staff with the production of standard bakery items. * Producing different kinds of icing, frosting, and cake fillings based on cake type and customer preferences. * Ensuring that the ...

Cake Decorator II

Ellensburg, WA · On-site

$17.38 - $21.40/hr

Assisting baking staff with the production of standard bakery items. * Producing different kinds of icing, frosting, and cake fillings based on cake type and customer preferences. * Ensuring that the ...

Cake Decorator II

Ellensburg, WA · On-site

$17.38 - $21.40/hr

Assisting baking staff with the production of standard bakery items. * Producing different kinds of icing, frosting, and cake fillings based on cake type and customer preferences. * Ensuring that the ...

Cookie Cake & Ice Cream Cake Decorator - Flexible Schedule, Paid Training Great American Cookies & Marble Slab Creamery Position Summary Do you love baking, decorating, and creating products that ...

Cake Decorator

Galloway, NJ · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Cake Decorator Location: The Carriage House Reports: Executive Pastry Chef Status: Full Time & ... The ideal candidate has a passion for baking, strong decorating skills, and experience creating ...

Cake Decorator

Galloway, NJ · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Cake Decorator Location: The Carriage House Reports: Executive Pastry Chef Status: Full Time & ... The ideal candidate has a passion for baking, strong decorating skills, and experience creating ...

Cake Decorator

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Cake Decorator Responsibilities: * Consult with Customers as needed - Discuss desired available ... Cleaning and sanitizing all work areas as well as baking and decorating equipment. * Special ...

Work closely with the baking and front-of-house team to ensure quality and customer satisfaction 🧁 Requirements: * Prior cake decorating experience, specifically with buttercream * Able to pipe ...

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How much do cake baking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for cake baking in the United States is $14.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Cake Baker, you need expertise in baking techniques, ingredient selection, and food safety, often supported by formal culinary training or a baking certification. Familiarity with commercial ovens, mixers, decorating tools, and inventory management systems is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and time management are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure consistently high-quality baked goods, efficient production, and customer satisfaction in a competitive food industry.

What does a cake baker do?

A cake baker is responsible for preparing, mixing, and baking cakes according to recipes or customer specifications. Their duties often include measuring ingredients, following baking techniques, decorating cakes, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Cake bakers may work in bakeries, restaurants, or operate their own businesses, creating everything from simple cakes to elaborate custom designs for special occasions.

What is the difference between Cake Baking vs Pastry Chef?

AspectCake BakingPastry Chef
CredentialsFood safety, baking certificationsFood safety, baking, pastry arts certifications
Work EnvironmentBakery, kitchen, cateringBakery, restaurant, hotel pastry section
Industry UsageCommonly used in bakeries and cateringUsed in fine dining, hotels, bakeries
Job FocusSpecializes in cakes and baked goodsCreates a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked items

While both Cake Baking and Pastry Chef roles involve baking skills, Cake Baking primarily focuses on creating cakes and baked goods, often in bakery settings. Pastry Chefs have a broader scope, including pastries, desserts, and other baked items, typically in restaurants or hotels. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but their job focus and complexity differ.

What are some common challenges cake bakers face when working on custom orders, and how can they be managed?

Cake bakers often encounter challenges such as accommodating specific client requests, managing complex designs, and ensuring cakes remain fresh and structurally sound during transport. Effective communication with clients to clarify expectations, diligent time management, and staying updated on new decorating techniques are essential for success. Collaborating with team members, such as decorators or delivery staff, also helps streamline the process, ensuring high-quality results and customer satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Cake Baking job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, and 32% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,993 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Banquets - Jr. Sous Chef Pastry Cake Decorator

broadmoor

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$20.63/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago


The Broadmoor rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Position: Jr. Sous Chef Pastry Cake Decorator 

Job Pay Rate: $20.63/Hr.

 

Job Summary:

The Broadmoor Pastry & Baking teams offer and excellent service to all guests within the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star and a AAA Five-Diamond Restaurant requirements. This individual will be tasked with the responsibility to prepare, design, and create specialty cakes for various occasions; including weddings, birthdays, and corporate events ensuring that the final product is visually appealing and meets customer specifications as well as the expectations of the Executive Pastry Chef.

The Broadmoor is committed to creating a culture of family and community while simultaneously providing a genuine, unforgettable experience for our guests and team. This role will play a key part in continuing to uphold our reputation and providing exceptional service to our guests.

As a member of the Pastry Team, this position will prepare and present all cakes and specialty cakes for the hotel. Individual will assist the Pastry Chef and Sous Chefs in daily responsibilities to include ordering, kitchen management, execution of required items, and assisting in managing a staff of 10-20 employees daily. This person must be able to follow direction of the Executive Pastry Chef, Pastry Chef, and Pastry Sous Chefs in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, taste, and production and follow the standards set in place as a manager at the hotel.

Our employees represent the Broadmoor brand and are Ambassadors of our Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Standards. Learn more about Broadmoor here.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:

  • Experience with advanced cake decorating techniques.
    • Advanced skillset with Fondant, Modeling Chocolate, and Gum Paste.
    • Advanced skillset with Royal Icing and Buttercream Icing variations.
    • Advanced skillset with various piping techniques.
    • Advanced skillset in stenciling, airbrushing, cake baking, and cake layers/stacking.
    • Experience with palette knife decorating techniques.
    • Experience with Edible Images
  • Can demonstrate skilled work with Amenities and Specialty Cakes.
  • Experience with operating, maintaining, and cleaning necessary machinery.
  • Proceeds in preparation of all menu items in assigned area daily.
  • Precisely follows portion control, presentation of food, consistency of food, and flavor as determined by the culinary department.
  • Checks coolers for proper rotation of food items to prevent spoilage.
  • Ensures adequate amount of product is on hand and lets supervisor know what to order.
  • Takes required breaks, notifying supervisor prior to leaving station.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area following safety guidelines.
  • Follow all hotel and kitchen policies and procedures.                                              
  • Advise chef when food inventory is depleted.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of properly storing, rotating, and maintaining products.
  • Must be able to maintain SERV Safe and health department standards.
  • Ability to check and complete mise and place and pars to set-up the station.
  • Prepare food so that quality, taste, and appearance of food is in accordance with Broadmoor standards while in a timely manner.
  • Maintain walk-in coolers and food storage areas daily.
  • Highly responsible & reliable
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, always remaining calm and courteous.
  • Give instructions to cooking personnel in fine points of cooking.
  • Assume responsibility for kitchen. 
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Uphold and abide by all Broadmoor policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.

What we are looking for:

  • Appplicable culinary degree and applicable experience or at least three (3) years of related culinary experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
  • The employee is occasionally required to lift/pull/push up to 50 pounds and will be working in conditions that are both inside and outside at times. 
  • Enthusiastic, friendly, and energetic team member who works well with others.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills

*Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities*

Don’t meet all the qualifications/required skills? If you are committed to joining a team that provides world-class service, we encourage you to still apply. At the Broadmoor, we are looking for exceptional team members that are willing to learn, grow and deliver 5-star service to our guests.

Why Choose The Broadmoor (Benefits)

Working at The Broadmoor is more than just a job. The Broadmoor invests in our employees by offering comprehensive benefits packages and opportunities to grow professionally.  By joining our family, you will work with, and learn from, a diverse team of world-class professionals at the longest running Five-Star, Five-Diamond resort in the world.

  • Benefits – Employees are offered expansive benefits including Health & Dental, 401k, local discounts. Please click here for a comprehensive list of benefits.
  • Career Development – We invest in our employees! As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to grow your career. Whether pursuing career advancement, personal growth, or seasonal employment, we provide training and development opportunities to prepare you for your current role and future career. 

Your application will not be penalized for redacting or removing any age- identifying information such as your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation.

This posting is expected to close by the date listed at the top of the page. We encourage applicants to apply early for full consideration. If necessary, this posting will remain open until filled.


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