How do I become a cake decorator
Get qualified to work as a cake decorator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Cake Decorator generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working in this field is expected to remain stable in coming years. There are currently 6,700 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Cake Decorator. Cake Decorators may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re planning a career as a Cake Decorator, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Cake and Pastry. This course will give you the skills to make and decorate contemporary cakes, pies, pastries, croissants, meringues, puddings, sponges, filling and artisan products. You’ll also cover back of house skills such as food safety, recipe calculations, stock ordering, retail sales and inventory control.
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Cake Decorator careers
A Cake Decorator bakes and decorates cakes in a bakery or specialist cake business. You might prepare cakes for special occasions such as weddings or themed birthday parties. Cake Decorators use cream, icing and other materials to decorate cakes and may use specialist techniques to prepare elaborate designs.
Cake Decorators should have strong fine motor skills and excellent attention to detail. It’s important you can understand customer requirements and provide good customer service. Cake Decorators require good technical skills and should be able to manage their time well. You may have to work irregular hours including weekends in this position.
