Celebration Cake Designer & Decor Lead

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. bakery is seeking a Bakery Cake Designer to bring customer visions to life with birthday, wedding, and specialty cakes. You will lead the decorating effort and collaborate with the bakery team to ensure timely delivery and high-quality presentation.

This fast-paced, customer-facing role requires strong decorating talent, eye for detail, and excellent service. You will help schedule, train, and support both part-time staff and the broader bakery operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or less of related experience; training provided.
• Strong decorating skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, take bakery orders, and assist with their needs.
• Set up production timeline and check cake orders daily.
• Decorate items and keep up with trends.
• Lead part-time employees and coordinate with bakery team.
• Set up wedding cakes on site.

Skills

Decorating skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Leadership

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hy-Vee, Inc. bakery is seeking a Bakery Cake Designer to bring customer visions to life with birthday, wedding, and specialty cakes. You will lead the decorating effort and collaborate with the bakery team to ensure timely delivery and high-quality presentation.

This fast-paced, customer-facing role requires strong decorating talent, eye for detail, and excellent service. You will help schedule, train, and support both part-time staff and the broader bakery operation.