Cake Finisher Jobs in Maryland

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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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...

What You'll Be Doing: Show off your bread baking, pastry making, and customer service skills to whip up top-notch products and modeling GREAT customer service....

Doughnut Maker

  • Westlake, MD
  • 15 hours ago
  • Westlake, MD
  • 15 hours ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme's focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder's original recipe. The brand's iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

Baker

  • Frederick, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 1 day ago

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We're about loving what you're doing today and preparing...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

Bakery Manager

  • Lanham, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Lanham, MD
  • 3 days ago

Schedule:** Full time **Availability:** Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). **Age Requirement:** Must be 18 years or older **Location:** Lanham, MD **Address:** 9001 McHugh Drive...

Assistant Bakery Manager Trainee

  • Crofton, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Crofton, MD
  • 3 days ago

Location: 1413 South Main Chapel Way Gambrills, MD 21054 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).Shifts start as early as 5am Age Requirement: Must...

FT Cake Decorator

  • North East, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • North East, MD
  • 4 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 438767 Address: USA-MD-North East-2500 West Pulasky Hwy Store Code: Store 01363 Deli (7222344) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Cake Decorator

  • Nottingham, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Nottingham, MD
  • 4 days 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...

Doughnut Maker Cash - 351-Owings Mills- MD (Owings Mills, MD)

  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 4 days ago

Doughnut Maker Cash - 351-Owings Mills- MD (Owings Mills, MD) Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation dental insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount United States,...

Bakery Manager-Fort Washington

  • Fort Washington, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Washington, MD
  • 4 days ago

Bakery Department Manager This is a union position, and bonus eligible. General Summary: Oversees implementation of Division Bakery Merchandising programs. Responsible for pricing, displaying,...

Full Time Cake Decorator-Fort Washington

  • Ft Washington, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Ft Washington, MD
  • 4 days ago

Why you will choose us: Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our companys philosophy. As friendly,...

Full Time Cake Decorator-Gambrills

  • Gambrills, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Gambrills, MD
  • 4 days ago

Why you will choose us: Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our companys philosophy. As friendly,...

Full Time Cake Decorator-Oxon Hill

  • Oxon Hill, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD
  • 4 days ago

Why you will choose us: Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our companys philosophy. As friendly,...

Assistant Bakery Manager Trainee

  • Gambrills, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Gambrills, MD
  • 8 days ago

Location: 1413 South Main Chapel Way Gambrills, MD 21054 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).Shifts start as early as 5am Age Requirement: Must...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Maryland 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 Maryland
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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