Cake Decorator – Costco – Kitchener, ON

Kitchener’s Costco location at 4438 King Street East is looking for a skilled Cake Decorator to join its bakery team. If you have a steady hand, a creative eye, and a passion for crafting beautifully finished baked goods, this could be a great fit for you.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be working in a fast-paced bakery environment where precision and consistency are key. From frosting and filling cakes to writing personalized messages and assembling special orders, every day brings a variety of tasks that keep the work engaging.

About the Role: Cake Decorator

As a Cake Decorator at Costco Kitchener, you’ll be responsible for producing finished cakes that meet the company’s standards for quality and presentation. This includes applying fillings and frostings, creating decorative borders and figures using pastry bags and tips, and personalizing cakes based on member special orders. Your work directly contributes to member satisfaction in the bakery department.

You’ll also be expected to maintain a clean and organized decorating area, follow food safety procedures, and collaborate with fellow bakery staff as needed. A Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required from your first day on the job, so candidates should be prepared to have this in place prior to starting.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a pay rate of $21.00 per hour. Costco is widely recognized for providing competitive compensation and a strong benefits package to its employees, which can include health and dental coverage, a company-funded pension plan, and other employee perks depending on eligibility.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day work in this role revolves around producing high-quality decorated cakes for both regular sales stock and member special orders. You’ll work independently and alongside the broader bakery team, following Costco’s established formulas and production procedures to ensure every cake meets the mark.

• Frost and fill cakes using a spatula, ensuring even layers and a polished finish
• Decorate cakes by creating borders, figures, and personalized writing using pastry bags and various tips
• Read and fulfill member special orders, selecting the appropriate flavours, colours, and decorative patterns
• Slice half-sheet cakes by hand or with a slicing machine and place them on pre-cut cardboard pads
• Prepare cheesecakes by removing from pans, applying toppings, and garnishing per Costco formulas
• Slice fresh fruit for application to baked products
• Operate the whipping cream machine and other bakery equipment
• Box and rack finished cakes, then transfer them to the cooler, freezer, or wrapping area
• Maintain cleanliness of the decorating area and adhere to all safety and security procedures
• Provide courteous service to members and assist with other bakery duties as needed

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for a candidate who is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working in a production bakery environment. Prior experience with cake decorating is a definite asset and will be given preference during the selection process.

• Cake decorating experience is preferred and will be prioritized over other candidates
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required from the first day in the position
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Attention to detail and ability to follow established formulas, patterns, and quality standards
• Physical ability to handle repetitive tasks such as squeezing pastry bags and working on your feet throughout a shift
• Communication skills to interact with members regarding special orders and to work effectively within the team

How to Apply

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

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