Cake Finisher Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Production Baker

  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 10 days ago

Starting at $15.00-$16.00 per hour plus tips! Start Time: 3:30AM-4:00AM End Time= 11:00AM-12:00PM This position involves baking, frosting and filling of donuts, prepping/panning breakfast sandwich...

Baker

  • Greenville, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, RI
  • 10 days ago

Starting at $15.00-$16.00 per hour plus tips! Start Time: 3:30AM-4:00AM End Time= 11:00AM-12:00PM This position involves baking, frosting and filling of donuts, prepping/panning breakfast sandwich...

Baker, Dining Services, Part-Time - Roger Williams University

  • Bristol, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • Bristol, RI
  • 12 days ago

Job Description: The culinary baker is responsible for the proper preparation, set up and execution of all bakery products. The bakery work in this position must all follow Dining's commitments to...

Baker

  • Providence, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 30+ 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...

Bakery Decorator and Finisher

  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 30+ days ago

Decorating Responsibilities Communicate with multiple departments to ensure product availability, timely special orders, and customer satisfaction....

Dunkin 2:30 AM Morning Baker/Opener Crew/Barista - Rock

  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Overnight Crew MemberBarista Bord

  • Johnston, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $18 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Opener/Baker Crew Members/Barista- Admy

  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Opener/Baker Crew Members/Barista - Toll

  • Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin 2:00 A.M. Baker/Opener - Clyd

  • West Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Opener/Baker & Closing Crew Memebers/Barista - Burr

  • Harrisville, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harrisville, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Baker/Opener - Ning

  • Charlestown, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Charlestown, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Baker/Opener - Chep

  • Chepachet, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chepachet, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Dunkin Opener/Baker & Morning Crew Members/Barista - Wedg

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Perks of the job Potential earning up to $17.50 per hour TIPS!! We have generous customers! Supplemental income opportunities Free coffee, donuts, and an Employee Meal during shift Hours that work...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Rhode Island

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Cake Finishers in Rhode Island offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.0%
High School or GED
25.8%
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 Rhode Island
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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