Cake Finisher Jobs in Tennessee

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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Cake Decorator

  • Winchester, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Winchester, TN
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to "Run the Best Store in Town!" Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 22 hours ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 438017 Address: USA-TN-Johnson City-3120 Bristol Highway Store Code: Store 00218 Deli (7207532) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Cake Decorator

  • Hixson, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Hixson, TN
  • 1 day ago

Essential Job Functions: Ensure efficient and courteous customer service at all times in support of the company mission to Run the Best Store in Town! Maintain a positive attitude; create an...

Baker (Full Time)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Morrison Living We are hiring immediately for a full time BAKER position. Location: Blakeford at Green Hills - 11 Burton Hills Boulevard, Nashville, Tennessee 37215. Note: online applications...

Cake Decorator/Pastry Baker

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

SusieCakes has 26 bakery locations across CA TX and TN Our bakeries are filled with the delicious tastes and sweet smells of cakes cupcakes cookies pies and bars all baked from scratch on site...

Baker

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Location Name: HCA HEALTHCARE, NASHVILLE - 60000001 Location ID: 60000001 Baker Location: HCA HEALTHCARE, NASHVILLE - 60000001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning shifts. More details will be...

Urgently Hiring Professional Baker

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 2 days ago

Urgently Hiring: Professional Baker Knoxville, Tennessee We are looking for an experienced and skilled professional baker to join our team in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate should be...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Bartlett, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 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,...

Cake Decorator

  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 3 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20 - $33 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...

Baker (Full Time)

  • Greeneville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Greeneville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Location: Tusculum University We are hiring immediately for a full time BAKER position. Location: Tusculum University - 60 Shiloh Road, Greeneville, Tennessee 37745. Note: online applications...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1300 Antioch Pike, Nashville, TN 37211-4102, United States of America...

Dunkin Donuts Baker/Finisher - Morning/Day Shift

  • Bristol, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Bristol, TN
  • 6 days ago

Overview Are you an early riser with a passion for baking? We're seeking a dedicated Baker/Finisher to bring sweetness and smiles to our customers' mornings and days at Dunkin' Donuts. If you love...

Baker (Part Time)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Doughnut Maker

  • Kingsport, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Kingsport, TN
  • 7 days ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Germantown, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Germantown, TN
  • 9 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients and recipes? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for...

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Salary for Cake Finisher Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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