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Cake Decorating Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Sobeys, Inc.

Decorator Cake-Reg. PTU

Saint Albert, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cake Decorating experience an asset * Responsible for superior service goals of the department * Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner * Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Cake Decorator -Reg. PTU

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience Cake Decorating experience an asset Responsible for superior service goals of the department Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Cake Decorator -Reg. PTU

Calgary, AB

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Cake Decorating experience an asset * Responsible for superior service goals of the department * Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner * Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Cake Decorator -Reg. PTU

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience Cake Decorating experience an asset Responsible for superior service goals of the department Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Cake Decorator -Reg. PTU

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience Cake Decorating experience an asset Responsible for superior service goals of the department Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Decorator Cake-Reg. PTU

Saint Albert, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cake Decorating experience an asset * Responsible for superior service goals of the department * Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner * Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Sobeys

Cake Decorator -Reg. PTU

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience Cake Decorating experience an asset Responsible for superior service goals of the department Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating ...

Calgary Co-op

Bakery Decorator (Deer Valley)

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • PTO

T. or Wilton Decorating course or equivalent experience Benefits & Perks Calgary Co-op has excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge. We offer ...

Calgary Co-op

Bakery Decorator (South East)

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • PTO

T. or Wilton Decorating course or equivalent experience Benefits & Perks Calgary Co-op has excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge. We offer ...

Calgary Co-op

Bakery Decorator (South West)

Calgary, AB · On-site

  • Medical

  • PTO

T. or Wilton Decorating course or equivalent experience Benefits & Perks Calgary Co-op has excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge. We offer ...

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How much do cake decorating jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for cake decorating in Alberta is $13.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.82 and $15.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is cake decorating?

Cake decorating is the art of designing and embellishing cakes with various edible materials such as icing, fondant, chocolate, and decorative elements. It involves techniques like piping, sculpting, airbrushing, and using molds to create visually appealing and themed cakes for special occasions. Cake decorators can work in bakeries, pastry shops, or operate their own businesses, crafting custom designs for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations.

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

To thrive as a Cake Decorator, you need a solid understanding of baking fundamentals, artistic design, and experience with various decorating techniques, often gained through formal culinary training or hands-on apprenticeships. Familiarity with tools such as piping bags, fondant rollers, airbrush kits, and commercial kitchen equipment is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, time management, and effective customer communication are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure that cakes are not only visually appealing but also meet client expectations and are produced efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

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

Cake decorators often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, last-minute design changes, and complex customer requests for custom cakes. Managing these challenges involves strong organizational skills, clear communication with clients to set realistic expectations, and flexibility in problem-solving. Collaborating closely with bakery staff also helps streamline the process, ensuring that all ingredients and tools are ready in advance and that everyone is aligned on the project timeline. Staying adaptable and maintaining attention to detail are key to delivering high-quality cakes that meet client specifications.

What is the difference between Cake Decorating vs Cake Baking?

AspectCake DecoratingCake Baking
Primary FocusDesigning and decorating cakes with icing, fondant, and decorationsPreparing and baking cake batter and layers
Skills & CertificationsDecorating techniques, artistry, food safetyBaking techniques, recipes, food safety
Work EnvironmentBakery, cake shops, event venuesBakery kitchens, commercial or home settings
Industry UsagePart of cake shops, bakeries, event planningBakery production, pastry shops, restaurants

While cake baking involves preparing the cake itself, cake decorating focuses on the artistic presentation and embellishment of the finished product. Both roles often overlap in bakeries, but they require different skill sets and certifications. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or service for your needs.

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Cake Decorating jobs near you
Infographic showing various Cake Decorating job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $28,157 per year, or $13.5 per hour.

Decorator Cake-Reg. PTU

Sobeys, Inc.

Saint Albert, AB • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Requisition ID:  190412 
Career Group:  Store Careers 
Job Category:  Retail - Bakery 
Travel Requirements:  0 - 10%
Job Type:  Part-Time
Pay Rate:  -  
Country: Canada (CA) 
Province: Alberta  
City: St. Albert
Location: 8863 Inglewood Safeway
Postal Code: T8N 5Z9
Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada's Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.

Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better - great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.  
A proudly Canadian company, we started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.
 

Ready to Make an impact?
About Safeway: Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.'s retail food offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for those looking for an exciting career in food retail. A day in the life of a Cake Decorator: Making that moment extra special is what our Cake Decorators do at Safeway. The sweet aromas of our own fresh-baked Artisan breads, pastries, cookies, and muffins make our Bakery a must-stop place for customers. It's a fun sales opportunity and a creative one, too. You'll find yourself able to give truly personal service here, helping our customers plan parties and introducing them to our new offerings and personalizing their baked goods.
Here's where you'll be focusing:
Experience
  • Cake Decorating experience an asset
    • Job Description
  • Responsible for superior service goals of the department
  • Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner
  • Icing, finishing, personalizing and decorating specialty bakery product
  • Ensure standards of department presentation and operations are met; including cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing, seasonal schematic, and proper backroom procedures
  • Ensure the department has the highest quality of product available for the customer
  • Monitor to ensure variety standards are followed, as well as 100% compliance on ad item display
    • What you have to offer:
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Highly motivated and team oriented
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form
  • Possess strong customer service qualities
  • Works in a safe and responsible manner
  • Available to work flexible hours
  • Evening and weekend availability is strongly encouraged
  • Must be available to be scheduled anytime on Sunday (Alberta Only)
    • Physical Requirements (Seldom: Not Daily, Rare: 0-5% of shift, Occasional: 6-33% of shift, Frequent: 34-66% of shift, Constant: 66-100% of shift)
  • Frequent lifting of up to 10 pounds
  • Constant hand coordination, reaching, gripping
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending
  • Occasional lifting or carrying of between 10-45 lbs including waist level and low level lifts
  • Occasional climbing (step ladder, stairs), squatting, pushing or pulling
    • Why work for us: We offer regular pay increases for hourly employees, flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes employer funded prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental coverage, and pension plan for eligible employees We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy giving our customers the best shopping experience. If you want the chance to join one of the best retail teams in the industry, enhance your skill set, learn from experts and advance your career, this is the place to be. We are an award winning organization that is renowned for its inclusive work environment and recognized as a great place to work.

    We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which varies by role and designed to help our teammates to live better - physically, financially and emotionally. 

    Our Total Rewards programs goes well beyond your paycheque:

    • Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, as well as life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance*.
    • Access to Virtual Health Care Platform* and Employee and Family Assistance Program.
    • A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings*.
    • A 10% in-store discount at our participating banners and access to a wide range of other discount programs, making your purchases more affordable*.
    • Learning and Development Resources to fuel your professional growth.
    • Paid Vacation 

    * Eligible only after working a set number of hours/days worked.

    We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.
     

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