Cake Finisher Jobs in Nebraska

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.

1-15 of 28 Jobs

Baker (Full Time)

  • Seward, NE
  • 18 hours ago
  • Seward, NE
  • 18 hours ago

Location: Concordia University We are hiring immediately for a BAKER position. Address : 800 N Colombia Seward, NE 68434 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full Time Schedule:...

Baker

  • Norfolk, NE
  • 23 hours ago
  • Norfolk, NE
  • 23 hours ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities + Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager. + Reviews current product on the shelf...

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Deli & Bakery Manager

  • Ashland, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, NE
  • 1 day 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,...

Baker

  • Blair, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Blair, NE
  • 1 day 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,...

Cake Decorator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day 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,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 1 day 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...

Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 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...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 5 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1510 N Diers Ave, Grand Island, NE 68803-1231, United States of America...

Baker

  • Dodge, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Dodge, NE
  • 6 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...

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

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

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Demographic Data for Nebraska

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Cake Finisher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Nebraska

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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