Cake Decorator

Responsibilities:

• Decorate cakes for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, corporate events, and other special occasions.
• Design and execute creative cake concepts based on customer preferences, themes, and specifications.
• Apply various cake decorating techniques, including buttercream piping, fondant work, sugar crafting, icing, and edible painting.
• Prepare and apply frosting, fillings, toppings, and decorative elements.
• Create customized cake designs, including themed cakes, tiered cakes, and novelty cakes.
• Ensure accuracy in cake measurements, finishing, colours, and overall presentation.
• Work closely with bakers and other kitchen personnel to ensure timely completion of orders.
• Consult with customers to understand their design preferences and recommend suitable decoration options.
• Maintain consistency in product quality, appearance, and finishing.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of decorating materials, ingredients, and finished cakes.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the decorating area, tools, and equipment.
• Monitor decorating supplies and report shortages when necessary.
• Keep up with current cake decorating trends, techniques, and creative designs.
• Ensure all cake orders are completed according to agreed deadlines.

Requirements:

• Minimum of SSCE or relevant certification in Baking, Pastry Arts, or Cake Decoration.
• Proven years of practical experience in cake decorating or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of buttercream, fondant, royal icing, piping, and other decorating techniques.
• Ability to create customized, themed, wedding, and multi-tiered cakes.
• Excellent artistic ability, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of baking ingredients, cake structures, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to interpret customer designs and translate them into attractive cake decorations.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and proper handling of ingredients.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet customer deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A portfolio of previous cake decoration projects is an added advantage.