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Cake Decorator Interview Questions

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Question 1 of 22

Where did you learn your frosting techniques?

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User Answers

1.

At home ideas off you tube.

2.

I first learned at Kemerovo Institute of Food Science and Technology and the Imperial Bakery in Russia. More recently I used the techniques at Giant Eagle and also completed several courses with Wilton.

3.

I'm completely all self taught. I've watched cake shows on tv and been a part of cake groups on Facebook that if I ever had a question so many amazing people would tell me how to do things and give me recipes.

4.

Through practice, cake books, and watching tutorials online.

5.

Researching tutorials and watching peers.

6.

I took a class but Social Media played a major role in learning Frosting Techniques.

15 Cake Decorator User Answer Examples

  1. 1.

    Where did you learn your frosting techniques?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. At home ideas off you tube.
      2. I first learned at Kemerovo Institute of Food Science and Technology and the Imperial Bakery in Russia. More recently I used the techniques at Giant Eagle and also completed several courses with Wilton.
      3. I'm completely all self taught. I've watched cake shows on tv and been a part of cake groups on Facebook that if I ever had a question so many amazing people would tell me how to do things and give me recipes.
      4. Through practice, cake books, and watching tutorials online.
      5. Researching tutorials and watching peers.

  2. 2.

    How long do you foresee yourself working at this bakery, if hired?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. I see myself here for as long as 4 years.
      2. I am 55 now so till I retire.
      3. I make my mind to work in best shop of our city. One know once I start working here I will go for long term.
      4. Until I would go to university.

  3. 3.

    What do you find most challenging about being a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Every cake if different and a challenge to do some times.
      2. Making cakes for things that I have no interest in.
      3. Applying cake frosting and decoration and then meet customers satisfaction.
      4. Coming up with new designs and creations. But although it's challenging, it's fun and it is rewarding.
      5. The challenge of meeting customer expectations. It is a good challenge that always keeps me on my toes.

  4. 4.

    Do you work well under pressure?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Yes I try and do my best.
      2. Pressure does not bother me. There are times that a lot of orders come in and I need to apply myself to the job.
      3. Yes, I do. I worked always with short schedules.
      4. Although being under pressure does bring me stress, but I make sure that I do the job correctly whether it is a pressuring situation or not.
      5. As long as I know what I'm doing I can complete a task on a time crunch or in an emergency.

  5. 5.

    What will you bring to the table if we hire you?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. In addition to experience and education, I am a loyal employee who will be there when you need me. I always come in when I am called to do so.
      2. I will bring my creativity extordinary talent and new ideas.
      3. My best work will be chocalate cake design in fondant icing.
      4. Creative, enthusiasm, poractivity and a lot of experience in cake decorator.
      5. My passion and creativity. I am very innovative and I am constantly coming up with new ideas to improve business and appeal to customers.

  6. 6.

    What is the most difficult part of being a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Producing a design the customer demands but you are not happy with.
      2. I dont find it difficult at all.
      3. Getting it right but I try my best.
      4. The most difficult thing for me is assembling of the cake it's very nerve-wracking.
      5. The pressure of getting things perfect for my clients.

  7. 7.

    Why did you choose to become a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. It's something I really enjoy doing. I found frosting cakes simply to be enjoyable. And one day I realized a cake is no difference from a canvas, and the frosting is the paint. And even better than a painting, it's delicious!
      2. I have allways make my childrens cake when they was tiny and enjoyed doing it.
      3. Because it is a creative occupation, where you get immediate satisfaction through the appreciation shown by clients.
      4. I would like to exercise my creative abilities while giving customers a great product.
      5. Because it allows me to use my artist ability to make great treats.

  8. 8.

    What do you like most about being a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. The creativity, the teamwork, the satisfaction of pleasing a customer.
      2. I love the art of decorating I especially love fine intricate details. When 8m decorating it's like I'm in a whole other world is my passion.
      3. I enjoy decorating and make it a piece of art ive always had a passion for making cakes.
      4. I like the creativity and detail of being a cake decorator. However, the most important aspect is making clients happy for their special events.
      5. Decorating a cake is like bringing my imagination to reality, I see my finished cake in my mind and then start decorating.. Its my passion..

  9. 9.

    Why should we hire you?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. I have retail experience which means I can hit the ground running. I have basic skills in cake decirating which can be built on by practice and experience and my ability to become a good member of the team means I can be relied upon.
      2. Experience retail. Good relationships keen quick to learn.
      3. Cous I am a hard working always on time and have the speed for the job.
      4. You should hire me as I am hardworking trustworthy responsible person. I an also very determine and I always strive for excellence I will make it a point of my duty to ensure that your establishment continue to grow.
      5. I am a good time keeper, very reliable.

  10. 10.

    What do you like least about being a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Decorating and making costomers happy.
      2. My least favorite thing about cake decorating is trimming down the edges of the cake.
      3. I like to prepare and decorate a cake with love and see how happy people are to see the final product.
      4. Being able to imagine and create a design and bring it to life. The finished product is always the icing on the cake for me. Literally.
      5. Any miscommunications between the clients and myself.

  11. 11.

    What is the most rewarding part of being a cake decorator?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Completing a cake. Meeting with customers.
      2. When customers see the cake and say thats amazing.
      3. The sanctification I get when I see a finished product and the expression of client when they see their cakes.
      4. When I see that smile on the customers face indicating that she or he is pleased with the work I have done.
      5. The Satisfaction when client appreciates when sees the finished cake..

  12. 12.

    Are you a detail oriented person?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Yes, to a large extent. However, I also know that we have may have many orders so, I balance my detailed side with getting the job done.
      2. Yes, I'm a perfectionist person and very nitpick.
      3. Yes I am. I pay full attention to details.
      4. There is no such thing as a small detail. From color, to shapes, to borders, to shading. Every detail makes a world of a difference.
      5. Yes I notice everything and keep checking until I am not satisfied.

  13. 13.

    Tell me about a time you were unable to satisfy a customer.

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Somthing that they asked and we dont have.
      2. There hasn't been one as yet.
      3. After running my own retail business in Russia I am very good at meeting customer needs. I find it very important not to tell customers no in a way that would disappoint them but have learned to make suggestions to guide them to a place where I can help them.
      4. I cannot recall not satisfying a customer.
      5. I had to make this photo cake.. N it was raing heaveally that day.. So till the cake reached the customer the photo caught moisture and was smeared.

  14. 14.

    Do you work well on a team?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Yes im used to working in a team and get on well with most people.
      2. Yes very well I am a very nice person to be around and work I get alone with everyone.
      3. Yes, I do. I had experience in big companies working in team to follow up the company schedule.
      4. Absolutely. Team work and collaboration is what makes a successful business.
      5. Incredibly well. But I also don't need to work with a team to get things done. As long as I know what's expected from me I'm generally able to accomplish it on my own.

  15. 15.

    Do you manage your time well?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Yes and plan for the next cake.
      2. Yes, I do. I am a solve problem person that know how to divide the tasks and how to explain them for the time.
      3. I do very well with time management, I review projects and set time limits for myself to get these projects completed in.
      4. I'd like to think so. There are always unexpected "problems" and complications along the way that throw me off but I always complete my task on time.
      5. Yes it is always my priority to finish everything on time.

  16. 16.

    Are you efficient with your time?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Yes I plan my cake making.
      2. I am very good at managing my time. I set time frames for myself when reviewing what projects need to be done and I ensure that I am keeping to my schedule.
      3. I am. I take the time allotted, make a plan and get it done.
      4. Yes, I am attentive to my work and this helps me be efficient. Running my own business in Russia and keeping another full-time job at the same time demanded that I be efficient.

  17. 17.

    How many years experience do you have with cake decorating?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. More than 10 including my time at Imperial Bakery and Giant Eagle.
      2. Professionally, Zero. Although I have been decorating cakes for friends and family for several years.
      3. This is my first job but I bake simple cakes for my family.
      4. Personal years of cake decorating include about 6. I started around 2010, but 2012 is when I really got into it.

  18. 18.

    Have you ever had a rude customer? How did you deal with them?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. In any situation like this you cannot take it personally. So when this happens it is sometime more important to listen than talk.
      2. Working in retail there are rude customers every day. I simply give them wonderful customer service and when the sale is finished I invite them back and tell them to enjoy their day.
      3. I will be polite in any case.
      4. Stay calm and ask whats the problem and how can I fix it.
      5. I have. Some customers, whether it's their mood or just the day they're having, sometimes you can't cheer everyone up. If I had a rude customer, I treated them like any other customer, with respect, but maybe with a pinch more patience.

  19. 19.

    What makes you the best candidate for this job?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. I am happy, I have a thing about timekeeping, and trustworthy.
      2. My creative personality. My team spirit and my loyalty.
      3. I am hardworking, passionate about baking and thirst to learn more.
      4. My work ethic and drive to succeed for the sake of the business and the customer.
      5. I am a hard working person, love creativity, good team worker. Finish my job on time, honest.

  20. 20.

    What different frosting methods do you know how to use?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Buttercream, ganache, fondant.
      2. Buttercream, fondant and gum paste.
      3. I know two methods, frosting with paper towel and upside down.
      4. I know how to dirty ice, I know how to smooth frosting out and make it look nice, I know how to pipe, I am starting to learn how to do lettering.

  21. 21.

    How important is it for you to get this job at our bakery?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Very, I have been decorating cakes at home for 20 years and would love a job here.
      2. I love to work and we our relocating here. So, I am excited about this opportunity an this job is important to me.
      3. Baking and Decorating Cakes is my passion.. I want to explore more and want to work and bake and decorate more cakes.
      4. In order to reach my future goals that I have set for myself, it is very important that I learn what it means to be a cake decorator at your store.
      5. Incredibly! I finally have the help that I will need to work a job in this field and the fact that I have this opportunity right now is so amazing. The prospect of being able to learn so many new things is so incredible. I'm beyond excited even just about the potential opportunity.

  22. 22.

    Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for a customer? What did they request?

      User-Submitted Answers

      1. Someone wanted a cake a wasn't sure what she wanted I made her a two tier super hero cake with 20 matching cupcakes and she was delighted.
      2. One of my customers was looking for a product that we, nor any store within my region had. I took down her information and contacted home office to track down the item for her, I was able to get it next day shipped to my store, and the customer was able to come in for her product!
      3. I had a woman request a cake for a gender reveal and she wanted something extra special for it. I spent a good hour looking up ideas and came up with a cake skirt tutu. Which she would be able to do herself. She asked if I could do it and she'd just spend extra for it and I agreed because its definitely make the cake stand out more. It took a good hour to make but it was so worth it to see how happy she was with it.
      4. Its my first job so I will come early and if to meet customer values of money I have to stay late I will.
      5. A time I went above and beyond was nearly anytime I created a balloon bouquet at Party City. I was quick at my job and knew my way around well, so I could put together really nice bouquets for low prices. I had a family come in for a football birthday party. I showed them balloons that had not been put out front, and made them a great bouquet, they really loved it.

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