Cake Finisher Jobs in New York

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 110 Jobs

Baker

  • Penfield, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Penfield, NY
  • 6 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...

Bakery Cake Decorator (Part Time)

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 6 hours ago

This means producing an array of visually tempting as well as delicious baked goods to choose from and fulfilling special orders in the same fashion....

Baker

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Heritage Grand Bakery is looking for two (2) Baker's who will assist Executive Head Baker in handling all aspects of the daily bread production to...

Overnight Baker

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Im donut? has officially landed in NYCand were looking for Overnight Bakers to join our team and help bring our signature "nama" donuts to life...

Counter Help & Bakers Wanted!

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 23 hours ago

We are now hiring full and part time positions COUNTER HELP, BAKERS, PASTRY WANTED! Please come in for an interview, Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm thank you. Location- 4522 avenue N Brooklyn ny 11234

Baker Part Time

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day 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

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day 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...

Need overnight bakers

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

We need to hire overnight bakers for our bakeries. No experience neccessary but always preferred.

Head Baker

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: 4+ years of professional pastry or bread baking experience (restaurant or bakery) Strong production skills with experience managing daily prep, baking schedules, and inventory Ability...

Baker

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details FILLINGS is a new chef-driven dessert company founded by a female Marine Corps veteran and former chef at Michelin-starred and James Beard-nominated...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Overnight Bread Baker - Eataly Downtown

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description In Eataly's 24-hour operating bakery, an Overnight Bread Baker is responsible for producing delicious bread and focaccia in accordance with our authentic Italian recipes. Reports...

Baker, Buffalo Airport

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring for a full-time Baker to join our team at Buffalo Airport in Buffalo, New York. As a Baker, you will be responsible for preparing bakery products...

Cookie Production Baker

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

Funny Face Bakery seeking a Part/Full Time High Volume Cookie Baker to join our team! In a fun friendly working environment! Responsibilities include making cookie doughs, scaling, cutting and...

Senior Baker

  • Troy, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 2 days ago

You’ll prepare and create delicious baked goods while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do....

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in New York

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Highest Education Level

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


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