Cake Decorator

Takes order directly from member in the warehouse or online. Fills, ices and writes specific messages made on request. Decorates a wide range of products following Costco’s specifications, packages the items and keeps it in stock before displaying.

• Applies filling between layers and frosts using spatula. Garnishes cakes by hand. Fills pastry bags for scooping mixed frostings from bowls or buckets.
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• Squeezes and twists frosting-filled pastry bags with various tips attached. Creates borders, figures and writing per Costco formulas, patterns and department production procedures.
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• Upholds department standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
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• Reads member special orders to determine appropriate flavours, colours, decorative pattern and personalized writing for cakes. Telephones member if instructions are unclear.
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• Removes cheesecakes from baking pans, places on cake pad. Applies topping with spatula. Garnishes per Costco formulas.
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• Assembles pre-cut, cardboard cake boxes. Boxes cakes and places on large wheeled rack. Transfers rack to cooler, freezer or wrapping area.
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• Keeps decorating area clean and clear of debris. Follows safety and security procedures.
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• Shows consistency and attention to details in stocking cakes.
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• Provides prompt and courteous member service.