Cake Finisher Jobs

A Cake Finisher, also known as a Cake Decorator, is a highly skilled professional in the culinary industry who specializes in the meticulous art of cake decoration. They play a pivotal role in bakeries, patisseries, and restaurants by crafting visually stunning and delectable cakes. Their job involves applying icing, chocolate, and other confectionery delights onto cakes in diverse designs and patterns, creating both classic and custom cake designs. The Cake Finisher must have a keen eye for detail, creativity, steady hands for precision, and a good understanding of color theory and design principles.

Skills such as cake sculpting, piping, and working with different types of icing like fondant or buttercream are essential for a Cake Finisher. Familiarity with food hygiene and safety regulations is also necessary. No specific certifications are required for a Cake Finisher, although a degree in pastry arts or a related field and food handler's certification could be advantageous. A Cake Finisher is likely to have previously held roles such as a Bakery Assistant, where they would have acquired basic skills like mixing dough and baking under supervision. They may also have worked as a Pastry Cook, gaining experience in creating a range of baked goods and pastries, before specializing in cake finishing.

1-15 of 1,360 Jobs
Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Baker

Ability to work independently or with other team members to solve problems, plan schedules, fulfill orders, and create amazing baked goods....

Oteris bakery

Cake Decorator

all baked goods are presented in an attractive and appetizing manner Collaborate with the culinary team on menu planning and dessert plating Adhere to portion control and quality standards Company...

CAKE DECORATORS- ($15.00-$20.00/hour) FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS (Full time/Health Benefits) · Experience should include: **At least 2 years of cake decorating experience, **Experience can be from grocery...

Bakery Manager / Pastry Chef

Manage pastry making/baking, inventory and purchasing for the department; Monitor quality of goods and service within the bakery department; Responsible for the department staff training, assignments...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Assistant Bakery Manager

We are actively seeking an Assistant Bakery Manager for our busy store located in North Babylon! High volume baking experienced and an eye for detail is required for this position. Our Assistant...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Bread Baker

At Uncle G's we take pride in our products and seek the best candidates to carefully craft our food and baked goods. We are seeking an experienced FT Bread Baker for our Sayville Store....

Equipment Care Perform nightly preventive maintenance: calibrate scales, clean refrigeration section and log equipment anomalies for maintenance follow-up What You Bring Professional bread-baking experience...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Cake Decorator

Decorating experience in addition experience working within a retail experience performing cake decorating Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language Requires an individual who...

Cake Decorator

  • Farragut, TN
  • moments ago
  • Farragut, TN
  • moments ago

Hourly Wage: $18 - $31 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Brentwood, NY
  • moments ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • moments ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Experienced Cake Decorator - Bid

  • Homestead, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Homestead, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Apprentice Baker

  • Marietta, OH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Marietta, OH
  • 1 hour ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Skilled Baker

  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assist in maintaining Bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries....

Skilled Cake Decorator

  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary Our Cake Decorator is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll create beautiful and delicious art...

Cake Finisher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireChefs curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Cake Logistics From Start to Finish
You may have mastered buttercream, but what about the other skills you need to run a successful cake decorating business? Join award-winning cake designer Rachael Teufel as she shares her...
The Basics Of Cake
*UPDATED with brand new videos and recipes in 2024!* This course is designed for anyone who wants to perfect the taste and appearance of their cakes. It's packed with information that you'll find...
cake design
Dreaming of creating stunning cakes that leave everyone in awe? With our exclusive Cake Design training under the Paw Patrol theme, turn your dreams into reality and impress everyone with...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Cake Finisher positions.



Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.5%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.7%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Cake Finishers
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Cake Finisher Related Career Advice Articles

Chef volunteering at a soup kitchen
Volunteer Opportunities for Chefs

Volunteering is an excellent way to build your resume and give you something to talk about during an interview.

Read article »
Culinary student training to become a chef and learning knife skills in the kitchen
Training to Be a Chef

If you are interested in becoming a chef and are looking for basic information on how to make that dream a reality, read our companion article “How to Become a Chef.” However, if you have already given the idea much thought and simply need a few facts regarding prices, prestige, and programs offered by some of the top culinary schools in the US, you have come to the right place.

Read article »