Costco Epping - Cake Decorator/ Part time

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Costco Epping - Cake Decorator/ Part time . Terms and conditions vacancy

Cuts, fills, and ices cakes. Decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips. Packages cakes for special order and back stock. Assists with other Bakery duties as necessary. Follows proper Bakery and general safety and sanitation procedures and standards. Provides prompt and courteous customer service.

Daily tasks and responsibilities:

• Checks cake order stand for special orders. Checks production schedule for daily needs. Pulls stock from freezer or cooler to fill merchandising area.
• Removes product from pans. Garnishes and packages baked cheesecakes, seasonal pies, and fruit tarts. Processes all cakes following assembly instruction in Cake Decorating Manual. Places finished product on racks and transfer racks to the cooler, freezer, or wrapping area.
• Keeps decorating area clean and clear of debris. Follows proper Bakery Department, safety, and security procedures and standards.
• Follows Standard Sanitation Operating Procedure (SSOP) guidelines as it refers to proper cleaning and sanitation of all equipment required by this position. Completes and complies with 11 Commandments of Quality Assurance, Food Safety Certification and, all safety training required by warehouse and Bakery Department.
• Assists with other bakery duties as needed. Assists in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.
• Provides prompt and courteous customer service to members, employees, and suppliers.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Competency Statement(s)

• Communication – Articulates information, both verbally and in writing, in a way that can be easily understood by employees, members, and suppliers. Actively listens to employees, members, and managers and takes appropriate action as necessary.
• Member Service – Exhibits a professional demeanour toward others. Unselfishly serves others and assists members, employees, and suppliers in a prompt and effective manner while following company procedures. Is proactive and reacts quickly and appropriately in identifying problems, finding solutions, and making sound decisions that reflect Costco’s Code of Ethics.
• Self-Motivated – Is well-organised and able to prioritise, multi-task, and adhere to deadlines while working independently with minimal supervision. Maintains a commitment to honesty, integrity, and high levels of efficiency and accuracy at all times. Accepts responsibility for his/her choices and decisions.
• Team Player – Cooperates well with a variety of personalities and individuals and participates in a professional manner to accomplish the business goal. Is willing to perform tasks assigned by supervisors and assist others as needed.
• Flexibility – Adjusts positively to change in direction or assignment. Is able to do more than one task during a work shift. Has a proven ability to comply with new programs, methods, practices and procedures.
• Record of Satisfactory Job Performance – Demonstrates satisfactory job performance as indicated on the most recent review through positive demonstration of Costco’s Success Behaviours, and by a file free from counselling notices related to job performance.

Experience

Cake decorating or comparable experience

*Must be over 18*