Creative Bakery Cake Designer & Lead Decorator

Hyvee.io; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Minnesota is seeking a Bakery Cake Designer to bring customer visions to life with cakes and decorative desserts. You will greet customers, take orders, and prepare wedding and celebration cakes on site, while coordinating with the bakery team to meet timelines.

The role requires decorating skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering memorable experiences. You will lead part‑time staff, assist with daily production, and uphold all safety and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Six months or less of similar or related work experience; we'll provide all the training you need to succeed

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting every customer with a smile, taking orders at the bakery counter, and assisting them with their needs throughout the store
• Check orders for the day, set up a timeline and production schedule, and check cake orders daily for details including size, deco pack, icing needs, and dates
• Decorate bakery items in a timely manner, keeping current on new designs and trends
• Develop daily bakery orders for bakers including cakes and sizes needed
• Track daily retail production and identify tasks to be completed with co‑workers
• Check product dates, pull cases for work, and list items to fill or replace
• Order supplies for the decorating area and check off the order upon receipt
• Deliver product and set up wedding cakes on site outside the store
• Communicate with the Bakery Manager daily regarding displays, weekly ads, and special needs
• Operate as a lead with part‑time and other employees by instructing and reviewing their work
• Participate in employee cross‑training
• Practice proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean, neat, and safe at all times
• Answer the phone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call, including taking product orders
• Follow Hy‑Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all department and company guidelines
• Pitch in with other tasks or special projects as they come up

Skills

Decorating skills

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hy-Vee in Minnesota is seeking a Bakery Cake Designer to bring customer visions to life with cakes and decorative desserts. You will greet customers, take orders, and prepare wedding and celebration cakes on site, while coordinating with the bakery team to meet timelines.

The role requires decorating skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering memorable experiences. You will lead part‑time staff, assist with daily production, and uphold all safety and hygiene standards.