Cake Decorator – Costco – Markham, ON

Costco’s bakery department in Markham, Ontario is looking for a skilled Cake Decorator to join the team at its 65 Kirkham Drive location. If you take pride in your handiwork, enjoy working with food, and want a role that’s both creative and hands-on, this position could be a great fit.

This role sits at the heart of the bakery department, where you’ll be responsible for transforming baked goods into finished, shelf-ready and custom-ordered products. From frosting and filling cakes to writing personalized messages and assembling orders, each day brings a mix of skilled technique and consistent production work.

About the Role: Cake Decorator

As a Cake Decorator at Costco Markham, your primary responsibility is producing high-quality decorated cakes that meet Costco’s standards for consistency and appearance. Using pastry bags, spatulas, and various decorating tips, you’ll create borders, figures, and custom writing according to established formulas and member special orders. Attention to detail and a steady hand are essential in this role.

Beyond decorating, you’ll be part of a fast-paced bakery team that values cleanliness, food safety, and member satisfaction. Following safety and security procedures, keeping your work area tidy, and delivering prompt, courteous service to members are all core expectations of the position.

Benefits and Salary

This Cake Decorator position at Costco Markham offers a pay rate of $21.00 per hour. Costco is well known in Canada for offering competitive compensation packages that include benefits well above industry standard. As a Costco employee, you can typically expect access to health and dental benefits, as well as the broader perks that come with working for one of Canada’s most recognized employers.

Responsibilities

The day-to-day work of a Cake Decorator at Costco involves a combination of skilled food preparation, creative decorating, and consistent adherence to production procedures and quality standards. From slicing and layering to custom writing and cake boxing, each task contributes to the finished product that members pick up or special-order.

• Frost and fill cakes by applying filling between layers and finishing with a spatula
• Decorate cakes using pastry bags and tips to create borders, figures, and personalized writing per Costco formulas
• Read and fulfil member special orders, selecting appropriate flavours, colours, and decorative patterns
• Contact members by telephone when special order instructions are unclear
• Prepare cheesecakes by removing from baking pans, applying toppings, and garnishing per Costco standards
• Operate equipment including a whipping cream machine and cake slicing machine
• Slice fresh fruit for application to baked products
• Assemble and box cakes using pre-cut cardboard boxes and transfer to cooler, freezer, or wrapping area
• Maintain cleanliness of the decorating area and follow all safety and security procedures
• Assist with additional bakery duties and provide prompt, courteous service to Costco members

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for candidates who bring a detail-oriented approach, a commitment to food safety, and ideally some hands-on experience in cake decorating or a similar bakery environment. The right person is reliable, works well within a team, and takes pride in producing a consistent, quality product.

• Cake decorating experience is preferred — candidates with this background will be given priority consideration
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required and must be obtained before your first day in the role
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain consistency across all finished products
• Strong attention to detail when reading and fulfilling member special orders
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and members of the public

How to Apply

To apply for this Cake Decorator position at Costco Markham, use the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and highlights any relevant cake decorating or bakery experience before submitting.

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