Cake Finisher Jobs in Oregon

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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Bakers - Added Shifts

  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago

Bakers - Added Shifts (Portland) Portland Pet Food Company compensation: 18.50 hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bakers Portland Pet Food Company is now accepting...

Cake Decorator - New Store Opening

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 1 day ago

decorating experience and open availability....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago

Can you think of a baker's dozen things to do with flour, sugar, eggs, and water? Join our bakery team for an opportunity to advance in your bakery career. Our bakeries include something for every...

Scratch Baker

  • Eugene, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 2 days ago

Do you dream of the flakey layers of a croissant? Can you think of a baker's dozen things to do with flour, sugar, eggs and water? Join our bakery team for an opportunity to advance in your bakery...

Deli & Bakery Manager

  • Ashland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashland, OR
  • 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,...

Edibles Chef - Confectioner - Chocolatier

  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago

Must have experience infusing edibles for cannabis products. We are seeking a skilled Chef to join our edibles company. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food and possess a creative...

Lead Baker - Swing Shift

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Portland Pet Food Company is now accepting applications for a Lead Baker for our Swing Shift at our SE wholesale production facility in Portland, Oregon. Our team works closely with our...

Baker

  • McMinnville, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 4 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...

Baker

  • Lake Oswego, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR
  • 5 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...

Bakers

  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago

un Bakers (Portland) Portland Pet Food Company compensation: 18.50 hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bakers Portland Pet Food Company is now accepting applications for...

Cake Decorator

  • Madras, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Madras, OR
  • 7 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Cake Decorator, no one day is ever the same. You will use your artistic and creative design skills to put the icing on the cake on beautifully decorated cakes and pastries...

Cake Decorator

  • Eugene, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 8 days ago

decorating experience and open availability....

Bakery Manager Portland Oregon

  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 10 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Department Manager, you are a cut above the rest, ensuring the day-to-day operations and sales of the department run smoothly, while leading and engaging your team. To...

Bakery Manager

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

Bakery Manager Elephants Delicatessen Central Kitchen elephantsdeli/about/central-kitchen MANAGEMENT FULL-TIME 60,000-65,000/YR PORTLAND Great benefits, fun team and more! Salary: $60,000 -...

Baker

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

Baker The Brewers Bread thebrewersbread KITCHEN FULL-TIME 16-18/HR + TIPS PORTLAND Full-Time Baker position- experience preferred At The Brewer's Bread, we specialize in artisanal sourdough...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Oregon

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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