Full-Time
Lead Cake Decorator
Posted on 9/11/2026
Festival Foods
1,001-5,000 employees
Wisconsin grocer delivering community-focused service
No salary listed
Mauston, WI, USA
In Person
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- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
- A complete understanding of safety requirements and company policies, including the ability to apply on-the-job safety training and knowledge of equipment such as the trash compactor and baler.
- Knowledge of retail food business operations, perishable department management, and merchandising skills, with the ability to make timely and effective decisions.
- A strong artistic sense and the ability to create visually appealing and creative bakery items.
- The ability to interact effectively with guests and understand their needs.
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure products are decorated beautifully and meet quality standards.
- The ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, work frequently near moving machinery, tolerate occasional exposure to extreme temperatures, and perform repetitive hand and wrist motions.
- Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, with adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.
- Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- Reinforce Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations for all Cake Decorators.
- Train new Cake Decorators and provide ongoing guidance and support.
- Prepare weekly work schedules for Cake Decorators.
- Write and conduct performance reviews for Cake Decorators.
- Address violations of company policies by documenting and advising on corrective actions.
- Provide service to guests by assisting with finding items, taking special orders, and packaging and pricing items from the service case.
- Observe and address sales floor and back stock conditions.
- Communicate with the Department Manager and other bakery associates to maintain standards and ensure department goals are met.
- Assist Cake Decorators with topping, finishing, and decorating bakery products.
- Maintain inventory levels of supplies such as packaging, icing, and decorative accents.
- Organize and clean work areas and shelves to maintain department cleanliness.
- Maintain food safety logs and adhere to quality standards, including meeting quantity expectations by 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Answer questions from Bakery department associates and assist with telephone inquiries using proper etiquette.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Festival Foods is a Wisconsin-based grocer with 40+ full-service supermarkets. It provides groceries and everyday essentials with a focus on strong customer service and value, supported by extensive associate benefits and programs that aim to empower staff. The stores stock a wide range of products in a traditional grocery format, including fresh departments, household items, and personal care, and they emphasize community involvement in their operations. Unlike many competitors, Festival Foods differentiates itself through its commitment to giving back to Wisconsin communities and treating guests and associates as top priorities. The company’s goal is to serve Wisconsin communities with reliable, friendly service and good value while supporting its employees and local programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
De Pere, Wisconsin
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 1939 Group expanded to 164 stores and 19,000 workers, strengthening purchasing power.
- Schnucks said Festival Foods will keep current brands, staff, wages, and benefits.
- The 2025 closure removed succession uncertainty and gave Festival Foods a deeper capital backer.
What critics are saying
- The February 2026 FLSA collective action targets overtime misclassification across Wisconsin department managers.
- Todd Schnuck replaced Mark Skogen in October 2025, risking culture loss and store-level disruption.
- A 1939 Group integration failure could erase Festival Foods' local identity and drive customer defections.
What makes Festival Foods unique
- Festival Foods kept all 42 Wisconsin stores and headquarters after the October 2025 Schnucks deal.
- Its community-giving brand and local banners survived the 1939 Group takeover.
- The chain still serves 8,000 employees under separate sister-company operations.
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Benefits
Employee Discounts
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Parental Leave
Wellness Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Company News
Schnuck Markets, Inc. has acquired 100% of the shares of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, Inc. through the 1939 Group, Inc., owned by the Schnuck family. The acquisition includes shares from CEO Mark Skogen and the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The 1939 Group will maintain the existing store banners and corporate headquarters, with Todd Schnuck as Chairman and CEO. The transaction is expected to close in October, subject to customary approvals.