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Bakery Cake Designer

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.00 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
flexible schedule
Training and Development

Job Description

Hy-Vee is a well-established and trusted supermarket chain known for its commitment to excellent customer service and a wide variety of quality products. Renowned for its strong company culture and dedication to community engagement, Hy-Vee operates numerous stores across the Midwest, supporting customers with a comprehensive shopping experience. As a customer-focused company, Hy-Vee emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and a growth mindset among its employees to maintain its reputation for offering "a helpful smile in every aisle." The company invests heavily in employee development and offers a friendly work environment where respect and collaboration are highly valued. As part of Hy-Vee's team, employees benefit from a supportive atmosphere that encourages learning and advancement within the company.

The position of Bakery Cake Designer at Hy-Vee is a non-exempt role within the bakery department that centers on decorating bakery items and providing exceptional customer service. The Bakery Cake Designer plays a crucial part in the customer’s overall bakery shopping experience by assisting customers both over the phone and in-person at the bakery counter. This role requires a creative individual with attention to detail to decorate cakes and other baked goods following specific customer requests and current design trends. The position demands effective communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to meet production timelines. The Bakery Cake Designer sets up production schedules, checks orders for accuracy, and coordinates supply needs. They also lead part-time staff when needed and ensure that sanitation and safety standards are strictly followed.

This role involves daily interaction with customers, helping them select products, placing orders, and ensuring their satisfaction with the bakery services. The successful candidate will be skilled at interpreting order details, managing multiple priorities efficiently, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The work environment is fast-paced, with some physical demands such as lifting, climbing, and repetitive motions. This position offers an hourly wage ranging from $14.00 to $17.50, based on experience. Hy-Vee also provides comprehensive benefits, and employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen. Candidates passionate about delivering high-quality bakery products and superior service are encouraged to apply and become part of Hy-Vee’s dedicated bakery team.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Six months or less of similar or related work experience
  • Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of variables with limited standardization
  • Ability to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Ability to file, post and mail materials
  • Ability to guide people and provide basic direction
  • 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 exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly
  • Visual requirements including close and distant vision with or without correction, color vision, depth perception, and field of vision
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities
  • Adherence to company policies and individual store guidelines
  • Willingness to report to work on time

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Six months or less of related work experience
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Capable of working in a team environment
  • Ability to follow instructions and solve practical problems with limited standardization
  • Ability to perform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to learn and keep current on bakery designs and trends
  • Ability to manage time effectively and meet production deadlines
  • Knowledge of proper sanitation and safety procedures

Job Duties

  • Provide prompt, efficient and friendly customer service exhibiting caring, concern and patience
  • Smile and greet customers in a friendly manner regardless of location within the store
  • Learn customers’ names and address them by name when possible
  • Assist customers by escorting them to products, securing products out of reach, loading or unloading heavy items, and enhancing their shopping experience
  • Answer telephone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service including taking product orders
  • Take customer orders at bakery counter
  • Work with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
  • Check daily orders and set up production schedule and timeline
  • Decorate bakery items in a timely manner
  • Keep current on new designs and trends
  • Ensure department standards are met
  • Check cake orders for details and indicate supply needs
  • Order supplies for decorating area and verify order accuracy
  • Deliver and set up wedding cakes on site
  • Communicate with bakery manager regarding displays, ads and special needs
  • Check product dates and list items to fill or replace
  • Develop bakery orders daily for bakers
  • Track daily retail production and identify tasks to be completed
  • Operate as a lead worker instructing and reviewing work of part-time employees
  • Participate in employee cross training
  • Practice proper sanitation procedures and maintain clean work area
  • Adhere to company policies and store guidelines
  • Report to work on time as scheduled
  • Wrap products as necessary
  • Assist other store areas as needed
  • Perform other job related duties and special projects as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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