Bakery Cake Designer - Apply Today!

Hy-Vee is a leading supermarket chain known for its commitment to quality, customer service, and community engagement. Established with a dedication to providing a unique shopping experience, Hy-Vee has grown to become a trusted name in the retail grocery industry. The company emphasizes teamwork, growth, and a friendly atmosphere, creating an environment where employees are valued as the core strength of its operation. Hy-Vee is not just a grocery store but a community hub where customers can find everything they need, from fresh produce to bakery delights, all delivered with a helpful smile in every aisle. The Bakery Cake Designer position at Hy-Vee is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy creativity, customer interaction, and teamwork. This non-exempt role is based in the Bakery department and pays between $14.00 and $17.50 per hour, depending on experience. As a Bakery Cake Designer, you will be responsible for decorating bakery items, assisting customers both in-person and over the phone with their orders, and ensuring a positive and friendly shopping experience. This role requires attention to detail, a passion for design, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines. In this position, you will be at the heart of the bakery operations, working closely with the Bakery Department Manager and other store leadership to maintain high standards of quality and customer service. You will handle tasks such as setting up production schedules, decorating cakes according to customer specifications, ordering supplies, and even delivering wedding cakes on-site. Your creative skills will shine as you keep up-to-date with new designs and trends, helping to make every cake a memorable centerpiece for special occasions. Hy-Vee values a partnership culture, encouraging a growth mindset and professionalism among its employees. The company prioritizes customer focus and results orientation, which means you will be part of a team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations while maintaining a pleasant and cooperative work environment. Your role as a Bakery Cake Designer is pivotal, not only in crafting beautiful bakery products but also in creating trusting relationships with customers by providing courteous and efficient service. The working conditions involve a dynamic store environment where you may be exposed to flour dust, cleaning chemicals, and temperature extremes. Physical endurance is essential as the role includes lifting, bending, climbing, and other activities to handle bakery operations effectively. You will be expected to adhere to sanitation procedures strictly, keeping the workspace clean and safe. If you have a high school diploma or equivalent, limited previous experience in a similar role, and a passion for baking and artistry combined with excellent customer service skills, this job offers a rewarding pathway to grow your career within a well-established and supportive company. Hy-Vee also emphasizes diversity and inclusivity, ensuring a welcoming workplace for all employees. The position requires that applicants be at least 18 years old and pass a pre-employment drug screen. If you are ready to bring your creativity and helpful smile to a vibrant team, Hy-Vee's Bakery Cake Designer role awaits you with opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.

• Must be 18 or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly
• Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities
• Ability to work in environment with flour dust, noise, cleaning chemicals, residual fumes and temperature extremes
• Ability to adhere to sanitation procedures and maintain a clean workspace
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen