Cake Finisher Jobs in Louisiana

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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Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Metairie, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 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...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Monroe, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 1 day ago

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Assistant Bakery Manager keeps the atmosphere upbeat and the sweets coming. Every day is delicious and satisfying. And as part of this successful and growing brand,...

Bakery Manager

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Makes fine judgements about aroma, flavor, taste, texture, and color to inspect baked goods for quality....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Ensures baked goods are prepared and displayed in accordance with Company standards....

Baker

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 4 days ago

You’ll prepare and create delicious baked goods while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do....

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 10444 N Mall Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809-4835, United States of America...

Bread Baker - La Boulangerie

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago

Responsible for opening in the morning and ensuring the quality of baked goods....

Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 7 days 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 (FULL AND PART TIME) at LSU Eunice

  • Eunice, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Eunice, LA
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications....

BAKER (FULL TIME) at LSU

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications....

Cake Decorator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $17 - $30 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...

Baker (Full Time)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Harvey, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 14 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,...

Day/Night Cooks, Bakers, Executive Stewards & Utility Workers

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago

SODEXO IS HIRING Day Cooks, Night Cooks, Bakers, Executive Stewards, and Utility Workers Full benefits package Must be able to work any shift, day, night and weekends, holidays during the hitch...

Day Cooks, Night Cooks, Bakers, Executive Stewards

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago

SODEXOIS HIRINGDay Cooks, Night Cooks, Bakers, Executive Stewards,and Utility Workers Full benefits packageMust be able to work any shift, day, night and weekends, holidays during the hitch...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Louisiana offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.6%
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 in Louisiana
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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