Categories : Retail, Food Service, Bakery

Bakery/Cake Decorator at Kroger

The Bakery/Cake Decorator position at Kroger involves creating visually stunning and delicious cakes, pastries, and baked goods for our customers. As a key team member in the bakery department, you will collaborate with the baking team to produce high-quality products that meet Kroger's standards for freshness, taste, and presentation. This role requires creativity, precision, and a passion for baking in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and decorate custom cakes for special occasions, birthdays, weddings, and everyday orders using advanced icing techniques, fondant, and edible decorations.
• Prepare and bake a variety of bakery items including cakes, cookies, breads, and pastries according to recipes and production schedules.
• Ensure all products comply with food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organized workstation.
• Assist customers with cake orders, providing recommendations and customizing designs to meet their needs.
• Monitor inventory levels of baking supplies and ingredients, reporting shortages to management.
• Support bakery team in daily operations, including merchandising displays to attract customers and drive sales.

Skills and Qualifications

Ideal candidates have prior experience in bakery or cake decorating, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Knowledge of food safety regulations is essential. Kroger provides training for those eager to develop their skills in a supportive retail setting.

Why Join Kroger?

Work in a dynamic environment where your artistic talents shine, contributing to happy customer experiences. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within Kroger's extensive network of stores.