Cake Decorator – Costco – Halifax, NS

If you’ve got a steady hand, a creative eye, and a love for all things baked, Costco is looking for a skilled Cake Decorator to join their busy bakery team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Based at the 230 Chain Lake Drive location, this is your chance to bring joy to members through beautifully crafted cakes — from classic celebratory designs to personalized special orders.

This hands-on role sits at the heart of Costco’s bakery department, where quality, consistency, and member satisfaction are the top priorities. Each day brings a satisfying mix of artistic cake decorating, precise preparation techniques, and collaborative teamwork that keeps the department running smoothly.

About the Role: Cake Decorator

As a Cake Decorator, you’ll be responsible for the full decorating process — from frosting and filling cakes with a spatula to crafting intricate borders, figures, and personalized messages using pastry bags and decorating tips. You’ll follow Costco’s established formulas and production procedures to ensure every cake meets the company’s high standards for appearance and quality. Special orders are a key part of the role, requiring you to carefully read member requests and select the right flavours, colours, and designs.

Beyond decorating, you’ll assist with broader bakery duties such as slicing fresh fruit, preparing cheesecakes, assembling cake boxes, and maintaining a clean, organized decorating area. Food safety is paramount, and you’ll be expected to follow all safety and security procedures throughout every shift. Providing prompt and courteous member service — including calling members when special order details are unclear — is also an essential part of this position.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is well known across Canada for offering some of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in retail. Employees typically enjoy access to health and dental coverage, paid time off, and a positive, team-oriented work environment. Specific salary details were not listed in this posting, but Costco’s reputation for strong wages and employee care speaks for itself.

Responsibilities

The Cake Decorator role at Costco Halifax involves a wide range of daily tasks that combine artistic skill with food production know-how. From crafting elaborate cake designs to ensuring the bakery area is spotless and well-organized, every responsibility contributes directly to member satisfaction and departmental efficiency.

• Frost and fill cakes using a spatula, applying filling between layers and garnishing by hand
• Decorate cakes by squeezing and twisting frosting-filled pastry bags with various tips to create borders, figures, and written messages per Costco formulas
• Read and fulfill member special orders, selecting appropriate flavours, colours, and decorative patterns; contact members by phone when instructions need clarification
• Slice half-sheet cakes by hand using a 16″ knife or slicing machine and place on pre-cut cardboard cake pads
• Prepare cheesecakes by removing from baking pans, applying toppings, and garnishing per Costco standards
• Operate the whipping cream machine and slice fresh fruit for application to baked goods
• Assemble and box cakes in pre-cut cardboard boxes, then transfer to cooler, freezer, or wrapping area on wheeled racks
• Maintain a clean decorating area, adhering to all food safety and security procedures at all times
• Assist with other bakery duties and warehouse tasks as needed, contributing to overall team success

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for a candidate who takes pride in their craft and can consistently deliver high-quality, visually appealing products in a fast-paced bakery environment. A genuine attention to detail and strong member service orientation will set the right applicant apart.

• Cake decorating experience is preferred and will be given priority during the selection process
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required and must be obtained before or on the first day in the position
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Ability to follow established formulas and procedures to maintain consistency and quality in all finished products
• Strong communication skills for providing courteous member service, including following up on special orders
• Physical stamina to work with tools like pastry bags, spatulas, and slicing equipment throughout the shift

How to Apply

Ready to showcase your decorating skills at one of Canada’s most beloved retailers? Submit your application directly through the official Costco job posting. Be sure your resume reflects any relevant bakery or cake decorating experience, and don’t forget to confirm your Food Safety Certification – Level 1 status in your application.

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