Lead Decorator, Paradise Valley (Opening Fall 2026)

Lead Decorator, Paradise Valley (Opening Fall 2026)

On-site · Paradise Valley, Arizona, United States

Reports to: General Manager

Classification: Full-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $26.00/hour

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Positions to fill: 1

About the Role

Own the Craft. Set the Standard.

We're hiring a Lead Decorator for our upcoming Paradise Valley location, opening Fall 2026. You'll join the team ahead of opening to train, ramp up, and build the systems that define the quality and presentation of every product that goes out our door.

All baked goods are produced at our Phoenix production warehouse and delivered to Paradise Valley — your job is to ensure everything that reaches our guests is finished, presented, and quality-checked to the highest standard. You'll lead the decoration team, own the finished product, and serve as the bridge between our production warehouse and the guest-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Pre-Opening

Complete onboarding, training, and ramp-up prior to location opening

Learn Too Sweet Cakes' decoration standards, product specifications, and brand presentation guidelines

Collaborate with the General Manager and Phoenix production team to establish decoration workflows and quality benchmarks

Help prepare the location for grand opening — visual standards, product readiness, and team training

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and direct the decoration team daily — assign tasks, manage workflow, and keep the shift running smoothly

Train new decorators on company standards, techniques, and quality expectations

Provide real-time coaching and feedback to elevate the team's skill and consistency

Communicate team performance observations and development needs to the General Manager

Decoration & Craftsmanship

Decorate baked goods and cakes to Too Sweet Cakes' brand and quality standards

Maintain consistency in technique, presentation, and product appearance across every item

Adapt to daily product mix, volume, and custom or seasonal specifications

Quality Control

Inspect all finished products before they reach the FOH floor — nothing goes out that doesn't meet the standard

Identify and address quality issues immediately across decoration, product condition, and presentation

Communicate quality patterns or recurring concerns to the General Manager and Phoenix production team

Uphold all food safety and sanitation standards throughout the decoration area

Production Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact between Paradise Valley and the Phoenix production warehouse on product flow and delivery timing

Review incoming deliveries against order specs and flag any discrepancies

Communicate daily and weekly product needs to ensure the team has what it needs without gaps

Operations & Standards

Own the 5:00 AM opening of the decoration area — set the station, set the tone

Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace throughout every shift

Ensure stations are properly stocked for the day's volume

Support a thorough handoff at shift end — communicate status and outstanding items to the next team