Cake Finisher Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Decorator - Full Time

  • Beverly, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Beverly, MA
  • 1 day ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Baker

  • Barnstable, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Barnstable, MA
  • 1 day ago

un Baker compensation: $18-$20/hr employment type: job title: Baker Immediate need for PT or FT baker. Flexible second shift. 11-7 preferred. Must commit to summer season. Attention to detail and...

Baker

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Bruegger's, we've been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

Baker

  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 2 days ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Brueggers, weve been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

Flour Bakery + Cafe Cake Decorator

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Flour Bakery + Cafe is now hiring for a production baker with a CAKE DECORATING FOCUS at our state of the art Big Kitchen in the Seaport!...

Cake Decorator

  • Barnstable, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA
  • 3 days ago

Id : 603952, Title : Cake Decorator, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...946, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-06-09T16:07:28...

Eastern Standard Kitchen and Drinks Baker

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Garrett Harker and ES Hospitality have been busy opening several exciting hospitality venues just steps from Kenmore Square and Fenway Park. Among these, is the return of Eastern Standard Kitchen...

Bread Baker

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Bread Baker Eataly North America - 3.2 Boston, MA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $36.4K - $42.8K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off...

BAKERS (EXPERIENCED) $22 to $26/hr DAYS , EVENINGS , FT or PT

  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago

un BAKERS (EXPERIENCED) $22 to $26/hr DAYS, EVENINGS, FT or PT (SALEM) Coffee Time Bake Shop, Inc. image 1 of 1 96 BRIDGE ST. near pearl st compensation: $22 to $26. / hr to start employment type:...

Opening Baker

  • Natick, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Natick, MA
  • 8 days ago

Northern Management Group is currently hiring OPENING BAKERS (18+) to join our growing team. We are a family oriented growing Network of Dunkin locations. We currently operate 27 locations and are...

Baker

  • Burlington, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 8 days 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...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Sudbury, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA
  • 8 days ago

A Day in the Life: Are you passionate about baking and customer service? As the Assistant Bakery Manager, you'll support the Bakery Manager in leading our delightful Bakery Department by assisting...

Baker

  • Lexington, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, MA
  • 8 days ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Bruegger's, we've been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

Le Petit Four Bakery Bread Baker

  • Wellesley, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 9 days ago

Early Morning Shift for Bread Baker. In this role, you will learn from some of the best bakers, you will be taught french baking techniques, and how to work in a traditional french bakery with...

Bread Production/Bakery Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago

Company DescriptionEataly is the world's largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme - but all...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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