Cake Finisher Jobs in Birmingham, MI

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

  • Madison Heights, MI (6 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Madison Heights, MI (6 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 31020 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071-1908, United States of America...

Baker

  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsive recruiter The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Lead Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently baked for our guests. ***Training for this position will take place out of...

Assistant Baker

  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsive recruiter The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to...

Bakery Clerk/ Cake Decorator

  • Clarkston, MI (15 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clarkston, MI (15 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Hiring Event - Sales Ambassador

  • Taylor, MI (22 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Taylor, MI (22 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

BAKER - BIG ROCK ITALIAN CHOPHOUSE New restaurant opening July 2025

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 9 days ago

CAMERON MITCHELL RESTAURANTS is seeking a BAKER to join our opening team! What is Your Role? To make “Raving Fans” of our Associates, Guests, Purveyors, Partners, and the Communities in which we...

Baker

  • Dearborn, MI (16 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (16 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 11 days 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Canton, MI (20 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Canton, MI (20 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 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,...

Cake Decorator

  • Waterford, MI (11 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Waterford, MI (11 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's and following all sanitation procedures....

Cake Decorator

  • Livonia, MI (14 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (14 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 13 days 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 Manager

  • Sterling Heights, MI (7 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (7 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Do you love leading teams and helping others grow...

Assistant Bakery Manager West Bloomfield

  • West Bloomfield, MI (8 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI (8 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Help lead our new team! The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Bakery Manager works alongside the...

Baker

  • Allen Park, MI (19 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Allen Park, MI (19 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 17 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn...

Baker Part Time

  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Troy, MI (5 miles from Birmingham, MI)
  • 26 days ago

Apply glazes or toppings to baked goods using spatula or brushes. Handle any damaged and/or spoiled product according to guidelines and assist in controlling the level of damaged goods....

Retail Baker

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 29 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 29 days ago

Performs all duties related to preparing and baking products that are consistent with WFM quality standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by...

Demographic Data for Birmingham, MI

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Birmingham, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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