Cake Finisher Jobs in California

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.

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(USA) Cake Decorator PT

  • Torrance, CA
  • moments ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • moments ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2601 Skypark Dr, Torrance, CA 90505-5313, United States of America...

Cake Decorator Associate

  • Riverside, CA
  • moments ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • moments ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 6363 Valley Springs Pkwy, Riverside, CA 92507-0905, United States of America...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Long Beach, CA
  • moments ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • moments ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 7480 Carson Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90808-2362, United States of America...

Baker

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Einstein Bros. Bagels, we believe in the bagel, and weve been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

Cake Decorator

  • Clearlake, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Clearlake, CA
  • 21 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Cake Decorator, no one day is ever the same. You will use your artistic and creative design skills to put the icing on the cake on beautifully decorated cakes and pastries...

Cake Decorator

  • Buellton, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Buellton, CA
  • 22 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Cake Decorator, no one day is ever the same. You will use your artistic and creative design skills to put the icing on the cake on beautifully decorated cakes and pastries...

Bakery Manager-( SF Bay Area Applicants only)

  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kentfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

About Us: About Us: Proudly serving our San Francisco Bay Area communities since 1986, Mollie Stone's Markets is a local, family-owned grocery store chain. With over 38 years of exemplary...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Baker I - FT

  • Lincoln, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, CA
  • 1 day ago

goods and desserts for the property including, but not limited to, breads, rolls, breakfast breads, cookies, muffins, biscuits, pies, and cakes....

Overnight Baker - BOH

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Sprinkles - Downtown LA! As a Baker at Sprinkles, you will contribute to the success of Sprinkles by baking all cupcakes, cookies, and brownies while ensuring proper rotation of products. This...

Baker - BOH

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

As a Baker at Sprinkles, you will contribute to the success of Sprinkles by baking all cupcakes, cookies, and brownies while ensuring proper rotation of products. This role is uniquely great for...

Baker

  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA
  • 1 day ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy...

Baker - Oasis at Death Valley

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary To prepare baked goods (e.g., breads, Danish, cakes) consistent with The Oasis at Death Valley Inn and Ranch recipes, menus, and standards....

Bakery Manager

  • Eagle Rock, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Eagle Rock, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an...

(USA) Baker / Packager

  • Corona, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 2 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.6%
Master's Degree
3.7%
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 in California
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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