Cake Finisher Jobs in Minnesota

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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Baker II

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 22 hours 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Fergus Falls, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fergus Falls, MN
  • 1 day 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...

Were Hiring a Baker at The Donut Trap!

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago

Hey yall! The Donut Trap is looking for a part-time baker to join our small (but mighty) crew. Were a cozy little bakery based in the Midway neighborhood, known for our vegan cake donuts and...

Pastry chef/cake decorator

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a passionate, detail-driven Pastry Chef and Cake Decorator to join our team and elevate our dessert artistry to new heights. This role blends creative expression with technical...

Baker Fryer

  • Moorhead, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Moorhead, MN
  • 2 days ago

Company Introduction If you're friendly and dependable and you like to work with terrific guests, we'd love to talk about an opportunity on our team! Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing...

Baker

  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 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,...

Bakery Manager

  • Northfield, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Northfield, MN
  • 3 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Location: Broadway Bakery Reports to: Decorating Lead Classification: Union 22 Rate of Pay: Up to $28.98 / hour, based on experience Hours: Sunday - Saturday, evening hours, varies, 11am - 9pm...

Baker

  • Owatonna, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Owatonna, MN
  • 3 days ago

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS! Benefits & Perks: Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptop** Immediate Family Members are also eligible Competitive Pay with Service Award...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Location: Broadway Bakery Reports to: Decorating Lead Classification: Union 22 Rate of Pay: Up to $28.98 / hour, based on experience Hours: Sunday Saturday, evening hours, varies, 11am - 9pm...

Baker

  • Savage, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Savage, MN
  • 3 days ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager....

Baker

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 3 days ago

We are a warm and welcoming Eastern European bakery specializing in handmade pastries, and traditional baked goods from across the region. Our kitchen is the heart of our business, and we take...

Cake Decorator

  • East Grand Forks, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • East Grand Forks, MN
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2501- 32Nd Ave. South, Grand Forks, ND 58201-6542, United States of America...

Cake Decorator

  • Hastings, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Hastings, MN
  • 6 days ago

Company Introduction If you're friendly and dependable and you like to work with terrific guests, we'd love to talk about an opportunity on our team! Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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