Pastry Decorator - Mesa, AZ
Posted on October 24, 2025
Cardenas Markets is a well-established supermarket chain known primarily for its dedication to providing high-quality fresh produce, authentic Hispanic foods, and exceptional customer service across its retail locations. Committed to upholding values such as absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration, the company embodies a culture where smart, highly motivated individuals unite with a shared purpose to support one another and the communities they serve. This approach fosters not only professional excellence but also personal and financial growth opportunities for its employees. The team at Cardenas Markets operates in a nurturing and dynamic environment, helping each member succeed while being part of a diverse and talented workforce that makes a genuine difference in its neighborhoods.
The Pastry Decorator position at Cardenas Markets is a vital role within the bakery department, contributing directly to delivering fresh and delicious baked goods to customers daily. This role is intellectually and creatively engaging, requiring not only baking and decorating skills but also a strong commitment to customer service and teamwork. The Pastry Decorator assists in preparing a variety of desserts, pastries, breads, cookies, and traditional treats like pan dulce according to detailed recipes and quality standards. Beyond the technical baking responsibilities, the role demands artistic ability in cake decoration, mixing icing colors, and creating visually appealing displays that attract customers.
This full-time position pays $19.00 per hour and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining focus on precision and quality. Alongside baking tasks, the Pastry Decorator takes cake orders, manages inventory levels, ensures the freshness and availability of bakery products, and helps maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace. The role also involves customer interaction to provide a friendly and service-oriented experience, answering questions, and fulfilling special requests. Effective communication with the management and bakery team is essential to resolve issues and ensure seamless operation. The Pastry Decorator represents the company’s core values through dedication to quality, cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply culinary skills, develop professionally, and grow within a supportive organization dedicated to its employees and customers alike.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- walking continuously throughout shift while moving about the store and handling merchandise
- standing continuously throughout shift
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- strong artistic skills for cake and pastry decoration
- good communication skills to interact with customers and team members