Cake Decorator – Costco – Dartmouth, NS

Costco’s bakery department in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is looking for a skilled Cake Decorator to join their team at the 137 Countryview Drive location.

Day to day, you’ll be frosting, filling, and decorating cakes following Costco’s established formulas and production standards. From piping decorative borders and writing personalized messages to reading and fulfilling special member orders, the work requires both technical skill and attention to detail.

About the Role: Cake Decorator

As a Cake Decorator at Costco Dartmouth, you’ll be responsible for producing finished cakes that meet the warehouse’s standards for quality and consistency. This includes everything from slicing and layering to applying custom decorations using pastry bags, tips, and spatulas. You’ll also handle member-facing interactions when special orders require clarification.

Beyond decorating, the role involves maintaining a clean and safe decorating area, following all food safety and security procedures, and supporting the broader bakery team as needed. A valid Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required from your first day in the position.

Responsibilities

The Cake Decorator role at Costco is a skilled, production-focused position that blends technical baking knowledge with creative execution. Each day involves a variety of tasks to ensure finished cakes meet Costco’s quality and presentation standards before reaching members.

• Frost and fill cakes using a spatula, applying filling between layers and garnishing by hand
• Decorate cakes using pastry bags and tips to create borders, figures, and personalized writing following Costco formulas and department production procedures
• Read and fulfil member special orders, determining appropriate flavours, colours, and decorative patterns; contact members by phone when instructions are unclear
• Slice half-sheet cakes by hand using a 16″ knife or slicing machine, then place on pre-cut cardboard cake pads
• Prepare cheesecakes by removing from baking pans, applying toppings with a spatula, and garnishing per Costco formulas
• Operate a whipping cream machine and slice fresh fruit for application to baked products
• Assemble and box finished cakes, transfer to cooler, freezer, or wrapping area on wheeled racks
• Maintain a clean decorating area, follow safety and security procedures, and assist with other bakery duties as needed
• Provide prompt and courteous service to Costco members

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate is someone with a hands-on background in cake decorating and a strong eye for detail. Costco values consistency and craftsmanship, so candidates who can demonstrate prior decorating experience will be given preference in the hiring process.

• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 required from the first day in the position
• Cake decorating experience is preferred; candidates with this background will be prioritized
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to follow established formulas and patterns for cake decoration while maintaining consistency and quality
• Physical ability to handle tasks such as slicing cakes, squeezing pastry bags, and transferring loaded racks
• French language proficiency (oral and written) is required for candidates applying to Quebec locations

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application through Costco’s hiring portal. Make sure your resume is up to date and highlights any relevant cake decorating experience before submitting.

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