Bakery Clerk - Warm Customer Service & Fresh Pastries

hyvee; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee bakery team is seeking a Bakery Clerk to support daily bakery operations, greet customers, replenish products, and help create a warm, welcoming experience.

You will prepare baked goods, check freshness, assist with orders, follow sanitation standards, and work with teammates to ensure a clean, efficient bakery. No extensive experience required; willingness to learn and a positive attitude are valued. This role offers growth in customer service within a fast-paced store.

Qualifications

• Less than a high school diploma or equivalent accepted.
• Up to six months of similar or related work experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly service at the bakery counter.
• Assist customers in locating products and handling heavy purchases.
• Review daily orders and monitor product freshness and supply levels.
• Prepare, finish, and replenish baked goods; pull products from cooler/freezer for baking.
• Follow sanitation procedures; keep work area clean and organized.
• Operate the department register to process payments where applicable.
• Remove trash and maintain a tidy department.
• Work with teammates to ensure a smooth, positive customer experience.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

Less than high school diploma acceptable

Job description

Hy-Vee bakery team is seeking a Bakery Clerk to support daily bakery operations, greet customers, replenish products, and help create a warm, welcoming experience.

You will prepare baked goods, check freshness, assist with orders, follow sanitation standards, and work with teammates to ensure a clean, efficient bakery. No extensive experience required; willingness to learn and a positive attitude are valued. This role offers growth in customer service within a fast-paced store.