Full Time Cake Decorating Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Masterbrand & Community | Naperville | Full Time | Permanent
Wilton is a global heritage brand with a 95-year history in baking and decorating. As part of the Dr. Oetker family, Wilton aspires to be the most influential and successful cake decorating brand, sparking more ways to create sweeter moments both in the kitchen and the workplace. Learn more about Wilton at www.wilton.com.
Description
Are you passionate about baking and cake decorating and energized by sharing that passion with others? For nearly a century, Wilton has been teaching cake decorating and confectionery art to students around the world. Formerly known as The Wilton School of Cake Decorating, we reopened our doors in 2024 with a modern twist and a new name - Wilton Sweet Studio-at Wilton's headquarters in Naperville, Illinois. As we honor our rich legacy, we continue to evolve, inspiring the next generation of decorators through innovative, accessible education. We are seeking a creative, versatile baker to help deliver engaging educational experiences across our in-person, virtual, and digital platforms, blending teaching, content creation, and studio support. Reporting to the Education Strategy Manager, you will develop class plans and projects and teach baking and decorating classes both in-person and virtually. You will serve as one of several knowledgeable voices within the organization, representing a nearly 100-year tradition of bringing Wilton's baking and cake decorating educational mission to life while ensuring students and customers feel welcomed, supported, and inspired
Ingredients
Teaching & Educational Delivery

• Deliver dynamic virtual and in-person learning experiences for learners of varying skill levels and ages.
• Maintain a strong on-camera presence, delivering content in an energetic and compelling manner while adapting to live situations.
• Create lesson plans and educational materials.
• Design and execute class project prototypes.
• Update course materials as needed.

Content Creation & Brand Representation

• Collaborate with the marketing and education team to develop timely, relevant educational topics and content that aligns to the brand's vision, character and objectives.
• Present Educational content on camera in a professional, engaging, and brand-aligned manner.
• Ensure content aligns with Wilton's brand voice and engages a broad audience of baking and decorating enthusiasts. Be flexible to react to trends and virtual moments.

Studio Support & Customer Experience

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for Wilton Sweet Studio guests and students.
• Assist with student inquiries, registrations, technical issues, and general studio support as needed.
• Partner with Education, Marketing, Digital, and Research & Development teams to maintain and update curriculum, support new product development initiatives, and contribute to online educational content.
• Help maintain accurate course information on registration platforms and internal systems.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and studio environment.

Equipment

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to produce engaging content.
• Experience in customer, public, or student-facing roles.
• 2+ years relevant experience in culinary arts or food crafting.

Instructions

• Strong presentation skills and comfort engaging both live and on camera.
• Demonstrates flexibility in supporting evolving team and business needs.
• Ability to connect authentically with diverse audiences in both group and individual settings.
• A customer-focused, positive attitude and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Ability to balance responsibilities and problem-solve independently.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong written and verbal communication.
• High proficiency in MS office and general digital tools, basic proficiency with video conferencing tools (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.).
• Valid ServSafe Food Handler certification (or completion withing first 30 days of employment).
• Ability to work a schedule that includes some evenings and some Saturdays.

Baking Conditions

• Ability to stand for extended periods during classes and Studio activities.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds.
• Work in kitchen environments with exposure to heat and cold.
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally as needed (less than 10%).

Rewards
Pay Transparency Wage Tier*: II
#LI-Hybrid
Wilton offers great benefits that allow you to manage your well being and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes, for eligible employees: paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and wellness programs. A full list of benefits will be provided to eligible employees at initial offer.
Wilton values an engaging in-person work environment with focus on cross-functional collaboration and problem solving. We also recognize the need for workplace flexibility. This is why Wilton offers a hybrid schedule with the ability to work half a day on Fridays.
* The base pay offered to the successful candidate will be reviewed and determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At Wilton, we aim to offer a fair and competitive compensation package tailored to each candidate's unique background and the specific needs of the role. All compensation decisions are made with careful consideration of these factors, and it is not unusual for individuals to be hired at the top wage tier that reflects their education, experience, and the role requirements. Our IL Benefit and Transparency information can be found here (2025-Benefits-and-Pay-Transparency.pdf).
Wilton is an equal employment opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, individuals with disability or veteran status as provided by law. Wilton Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance via email at TalentAcquisition@wilton.com.
Contact
Wilton Industries Inc.
Wilton Talent Acquisition Team
800.794.5866
E-mail: TalentAcquisition@wilton.com
www.wilton.com/careers