Bakery Cake Decorator

New World Thorndon

About us

At NWT, we believe in creating awesome experiences that empower you to grow. Our mission is to foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where your talents can flourish, and your career can thrive. As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy amazing perks like a 5% discount on groceries, regular fresh fruit in the staff room, and most of your work essentials provided at no cost. We are a team of over 250 friendly individuals who share a passion for doing the right thing. We love to celebrate the good stuff, from dressing up for events like Pink Shirt Day to embracing initiatives that make a difference. Join us at NWT to create a thriving workplace together!

Join our Team

Our Bakery team is seeking a talented and imaginative cake decorator who is truly passionate about their craft. In this role, you will bring customer visions to life by designing unique cake creations for all occasions, while also contributing to the decoration of our full cake range.

You will collaborate closely with our team to consistently exceed customer expectations. By engaging directly with clients, you will discuss their preferences and ensure every request is fulfilled. We are looking for someone with an eye for detail, strong artistic ability, and excellent time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

What We’re Looking For:

• Patient, creative and innovative
• Can create custom birthday and celebration cakes for customer orders
• Hard-working and reliable
• Fast and adaptable learner
• Work collaboratively and follow instructions from the lead cake decorator—a dedicated team player
• Deliver outstanding customer service with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Great attitude towards Health and Food Safety, and general hygiene

Shifts & Availability

This is a Full-time position Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (37.5 hours). Remuneration will be discussed during the interview process and will reflect skills and experience.

If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. For more information, please call the store on [04 499 9041](tel:04 499 9041) or email us at [email protected].

Applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency, or a Valid New Zealand Work Permit.