Absolutely, Positively, Kids!
Custom Cake Designer
Absolutely, Positively, Kids!, Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States, 37174
Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
About Us We are a fast-growing, creative bakery specializing in high-quality custom cakes, event cakes, wedding cakes, and specialty desserts. We’re looking for a passionate Custom Cake Designer & Decorator who loves turning ideas into edible art and thrives in a fun, fast-paced environment.
If you’re creative, motivated, and ready to bring beautiful designs to life, we want to meet you!
Position Summary The Custom Cake Designer/Cake Decorator will be responsible for designing, baking support, and fully decorating custom cakes from start to finish. This includes working directly with customers, developing creative concepts, and producing polished, professional-quality cakes that match our bakery’s standards.
This is a hands‑on decorating role — you must be comfortable creating both traditional and complex custom designs.
Key Responsibilities Cake Design & Customer Orders
Design custom cakes based on customer themes, reference photos, and event needs
Create sketches or mockups for complex designs
Communicate with customers and team to clarify details, flavors, timelines, and expectations
Cake Decorating
Decorate cakes using advanced techniques including:
Fondant work
Buttercream piping
Sculpting and carving
Airbrushing
Sugar flowers and detail work
Ensure all cakes meet visual and structural quality standards
Recreate customer reference images accurately and professionally
Production Support
Assist with baking, filling, crumb‑coating, and prepping cakes
Prepare frostings, fondant, fillings, and decorative elements
Maintain accurate timelines for multiple orders at once
Bakery Standards & Safety
Keep work areas clean, organized, and food‑safe
Follow health codes, food safety, and sanitation procedures
Properly store ingredients and completed products
Ensure all orders are completed, boxed, and ready for pickup/delivery on time
Requirements Must Have
Minimum 1 year experience in custom cake decorating (professional or boutique bakery)
Strong decorating skills (fondant, buttercream, sculpting, edible art, etc.)
A portfolio or photos demonstrating previous custom cake work
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow design instructions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to lift 25–30 lbs and stand for extended periods
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience with wedding cakes or large tiered cakes
Familiarity with specialty diets (gluten‑free, vegan, etc.)
Digital design/mockup experience (Procreate, Canva, etc.)
Culinary or pastry degree/certification
What We Offer
Creative, supportive work environment
Opportunities to grow your decorating skills
Employee discounts on baked goods
A chance to create beautiful desserts that make people’s biggest moments unforgettable
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Bonus based on performance
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
About Us We are a fast-growing, creative bakery specializing in high-quality custom cakes, event cakes, wedding cakes, and specialty desserts. We’re looking for a passionate Custom Cake Designer & Decorator who loves turning ideas into edible art and thrives in a fun, fast-paced environment.
If you’re creative, motivated, and ready to bring beautiful designs to life, we want to meet you!
Position Summary The Custom Cake Designer/Cake Decorator will be responsible for designing, baking support, and fully decorating custom cakes from start to finish. This includes working directly with customers, developing creative concepts, and producing polished, professional-quality cakes that match our bakery’s standards.
This is a hands‑on decorating role — you must be comfortable creating both traditional and complex custom designs.
Key Responsibilities Cake Design & Customer Orders
Design custom cakes based on customer themes, reference photos, and event needs
Create sketches or mockups for complex designs
Communicate with customers and team to clarify details, flavors, timelines, and expectations
Cake Decorating
Decorate cakes using advanced techniques including:
Fondant work
Buttercream piping
Sculpting and carving
Airbrushing
Sugar flowers and detail work
Ensure all cakes meet visual and structural quality standards
Recreate customer reference images accurately and professionally
Production Support
Assist with baking, filling, crumb‑coating, and prepping cakes
Prepare frostings, fondant, fillings, and decorative elements
Maintain accurate timelines for multiple orders at once
Bakery Standards & Safety
Keep work areas clean, organized, and food‑safe
Follow health codes, food safety, and sanitation procedures
Properly store ingredients and completed products
Ensure all orders are completed, boxed, and ready for pickup/delivery on time
Requirements Must Have
Minimum 1 year experience in custom cake decorating (professional or boutique bakery)
Strong decorating skills (fondant, buttercream, sculpting, edible art, etc.)
A portfolio or photos demonstrating previous custom cake work
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow design instructions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to lift 25–30 lbs and stand for extended periods
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience with wedding cakes or large tiered cakes
Familiarity with specialty diets (gluten‑free, vegan, etc.)
Digital design/mockup experience (Procreate, Canva, etc.)
Culinary or pastry degree/certification
What We Offer
Creative, supportive work environment
Opportunities to grow your decorating skills
Employee discounts on baked goods
A chance to create beautiful desserts that make people’s biggest moments unforgettable
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