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Hy-Vee is a well-established supermarket chain known for its commitment to quality, community involvement, and customer service excellence. Operating in multiple states, Hy-Vee has built a strong reputation by focusing on the needs and satisfaction of its customers and employees alike. The company emphasizes a culture of partnership, growth mindset, and professionalism that fosters an engaging and supportive work environment. Employees at Hy-Vee are valued as the foundation of its success, and the company strives to provide an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth with ample opportunities for advancement. The Bakery Cake Designer position at Hy-Vee is integral to the bakery department, focusing on creating visually appealing and delicious bakery items while providing exceptional customer service. This role requires a talented individual who can decorate cakes and other bakery products according to customer specifications both over the phone and in-person at the store. The Bakery Cake Designer plays a vital role in upholding the company's promise of "a helpful smile in every aisle" by engaging with customers warmly and efficiently. Apart from creative artistry, the role demands strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage responsibilities such as scheduling production, ordering supplies, and ensuring bakery standards are met. This position is classified as non-exempt and requires candidates to be at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent preferred. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of six months of similar or related work experience and a passion for baking and decorating. Physical ability to lift moderately heavy items and perform various physical activities is required as the job involves standing, lifting, and working in a dynamic store environment. The Bakery Cake Designer must be adaptable under pressure with a customer-focused approach and a professional demeanor. In addition to decorating cakes, the role often requires setting up elaborate wedding cakes onsite, collaborating with bakery managers, and participating in cross-training initiatives. Hy-Vee values the commitment and dedication of its employees and ensures they work in a safe and efficient environment with modern tools such as mixers, ovens, airbrushes, and cake machines. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a company that leads the grocery and bakery retail sector while contributing to the community through meaningful work. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, reflecting the company's dedication to maintaining a trusted and responsible workforce. Join Hy-Vee as a Bakery Cake Designer to showcase your creativity, customer service prowess, and teamwork capabilities while being part of a renowned retail chain with a supportive culture.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (shared lifting)
• 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
• Visual acuity including near and distance vision, color vision, depth perception and field of vision
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen