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Hy-Vee is a leading supermarket chain known not only for its wide selection of quality products but also for its strong commitment to customer service and community involvement. Established with the promise of delivering "a helpful smile in every aisle," Hy-Vee fosters a collaborative and friendly working environment where associates are encouraged to grow, support one another, and provide excellent service to customers. With a deep-rooted culture emphasizing partnerships, professionalism, a growth mindset, and a results-oriented approach, Hy-Vee stands out in the retail industry as a place where employees are valued as the company's greatest strength. The company operates various departments, including the bakery, where fresh, delicious products are baked to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Throughout its stores across multiple locations, Hy-Vee aims to maintain a positive image that resonates with both its customers and community members by ensuring every interaction is warm, courteous, and helpful. The Baker role at Hy-Vee is essential within the Bakery Department and is classified as a non-exempt position. Bakers at Hy-Vee take on the responsibility of preparing and baking bakery products to fulfill customer orders and replenish displays. This role combines technical baking skills with excellent customer service and teamwork. Bakers work under the supervision of the Bakery Department Manager and collaborate closely with the District Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home departments. This position involves leading bakery clerks, including apprentice bakers, bakery designers, wrappers, and fryers, ensuring smooth daily operations while maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction. In this role, Bakers are expected to provide prompt, friendly, and efficient customer service by greeting customers warmly, learning their names when possible, and offering assistance in finding products or fulfilling special requests. They answer telephone calls courteously while receiving product orders and manage the baking schedule by setting timelines and production priorities for the day's and upcoming orders. Daily baking tasks include preparing make-up dough, baking, frying, and quality checking all bakery products. Bakers must be vigilant about product freshness, removing stale items, correctly labeling products, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of their work areas. They also perform inventory tasks such as inspecting incoming shipments and placing products in their proper locations based on store guidelines. Hy-Vee Bakers are expected to operate and maintain equipment including mixers, proof boxes, ovens, sheeters, rounders, fryers, and dishwashers. Moreover, bakers lead by example in adhering to company policies regarding hygiene, dress code, and safety protocols. This position demands physical stamina, with requirements to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and perform activities such as standing, stooping, reaching, and repetitive motions throughout the workday. Bakers at Hy-Vee are part of a fast-paced environment where pressure is significant, and high productivity standards must be met without compromising quality or customer service. This role is ideal for individuals who have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with six months to one year of similar or related baking or retail experience. Successful candidates must be at least 18 years old and pass a pre-employment drug screening. Working conditions include exposure to flour dust, noise, temperature variations, and occasional contact with cleaning chemicals. Despite these challenges, Hy-Vee offers a rewarding career opportunity in a supportive, engaging workplace where employees are empowered to grow their skills and contribute to a company dedicated to excellence in both product quality and customer satisfaction.

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six months to one year of related work experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently
• Ability to perform physical activities including stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Ability to handle fast-paced work environment under significant pressure
• Must be able to follow sanitation guidelines and maintain personal hygiene standards
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening