Bakery Clerk

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking a friendly Bakery Clerk to greet customers, assist at the bakery counter, prepare and replenish baked goods, and help create a warm, welcoming shopping experience.

No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided. You will follow instructions, use basic math for transactions, communicate clearly with customers and teammates, and maintain a clean, organized work area in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Use basic math for simple calculations and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly at the bakery counter and assist with product selection.
• Prepare, finish, and replenish baked goods; move items from cooler/freezer as needed.
• Review daily orders and ensure product freshness and proper display.
• Operate the bakery department register and process payments where applicable.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma not required

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):Night & Weekend Shifts Required-At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.Job Description:Job Title: Bakery ClerkDepartment: BakeryFLSA: HourlyRevision Date: 07/2026About Hy-VeeAt Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.The Role and Why It's ImportantAt Hy-Vee, our Bakery Clerks play a key role in keeping one of our most popular departments running smoothly and smelling amazing. In this role, you'll prepare and replenish products, assist customers at the bakery counter, and help create the kind of warm, welcoming experience that keeps people coming back.If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in a job well done, and love being part of a team that makes customers' days a little sweeter, this could be a great fit for you.What You'll DoNo two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly and making them feel welcome in the bakeryAssist customers with finding products, reaching items, carrying heavy purchases, and taking orders at the bakery counterReview daily orders and monitor product freshness, appearance, and supply levels throughout your shiftPrepare, finish, and replenish baked goods as needed, pulling product from the cooler or freezer to prepare for bakingFollow and maintain proper sanitation procedures, keeping your work area clean and organized at all timesCheck in product, put product away, and review invoices as neededOperate the department register to process payments where applicableRemove trash in a timely manner and maintain a tidy departmentWork alongside your teammates to ensure a smooth, positive experience for every customerMaintain compliance with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policiesAssist in other store areas and take on special projects as neededYou'll receive direction and support from: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home, and Bakery Department ManagerYour SkillsYou don't need prior experience for this role! We'll happily train and support you as you grow. To be successful, you'll need to be able to:Follow written and verbal instructions with confidenceUse basic math skills for simple addition, subtraction, counting, and recordingCommunicate clearly with customers and teammates in a friendly, helpful wayStay organized and keep up with the pace of a busy bakery environmentLess than a high school diploma or equivalent accepted; up to six months of similar or related experience preferredReporting RelationshipsAccountable and Reports to: Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home, and Bakery Department ManagerEducation and ExperienceLess than a high school diploma or equivalent experience acceptedUp to six months of similar or related work experience preferredPhysical RequirementsFrequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areasWhere applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparationWhere applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipmentWhere applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standardsPerform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation dutiesWorking EnvironmentThis role is based in a store bakery environment where things stay busy and engaging. You may encounter exposure to flour dust, noise, temperature extremes, and damp conditions, all pretty standard for a bakery setting. The role also involves working with and around standard bakery equipment and may include exposure to electrical equipment and cleaning products or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $15.00 to $18.75 depending on experience.For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee .Are you ready to smile, apply today.Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.