Job Description

To Live For Bakery & Cafe is looking for an experienced cake decorator to add to their talented and passionate team! This is a full time position with shifts starting at 7am. Preference will be given to applicants with weekend availability.

Important:

To apply for this position, please attach photos of your cake decorating work or email them to anna@tolivefor.ca with

"Cake Decorating Examples"

as the subject line.

What You'll Do:

Decorate both standard menu cakes to match TLF's signature aesthetic and quality. You can view examples of the style of cakes we offer on our instagram @tolivefor.bakery We work primarily with buttercream (with some fondant accents) and pride ourselves in creating clean, smooth finishes with sharp edges. Apply various cake decorating techniques including vintage/Lambeth piping, palette knife florals, buttercream illustrations, ombre Must be comfortable writing on cakes Prepare fillings and flavoured buttercreams (occasional baking during busy periods). Collaborate with the manager to ensure efficient production and workflow. Maintain a clean and organized work station. Meet daily production quotas while upholding high quality standards.

What We're Looking For:

At least 2 years of experience in cake decorating (professional or self-taught) is essential. Proven ability to work quickly, neatly, and accurately in a high-volume environment. Proficiency with kitchen equipment and tools used in cake decorating. Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow specific designs and instructions. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. Basic food handling and safety knowledge. Clear and respectful communication skills.
A bit more about us, we are a mission-driven, women-owned bakery and cafe in East Vancouver. We've become a destination for grab 'n go and custom cakes. We are passionate about proving that plant-based baking and cakes can be as good or better than the traditional offerings. Our goal is to offer high-quality, delicious and beautiful cakes that will wow our customers!

We are also passionate about creating a friendly and inclusive work environment for our staff and are committed to paying above average rates. We are passionately anti-racist, anti-homophobic, anti-bullying and stand against prejudices of all kinds.

We look forward to meeting our new team member!

We acknowledge that we work on the stolen and unceded traditional territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wu7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may sometimes perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the bakery.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Flexible schedule Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V5L 4T8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Please don't forget to include examples of your cake decorating work. If you'd like to share an instagram you can do so here Please list a few dates and times you would be available for an interview
Experience:

Cake Decorating : 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person