Donut Finisher

Hy-Vee Inc; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 1,515,000 - 2,204,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking a Donut Finisher for our Bakery department in Des Moines, IA. You’ll glaze, icing, garnish, and present fresh donuts, bagels and pastries while delivering friendly service to customers.

This hourly role emphasizes attention to detail, cleanliness, and teamwork in a fast-paced store environment. High school diploma or equivalent and up to 6 months of related experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Six months or less of similar or related experience; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service at the counter.
• Prepare work area and equipment for donut finishing at shift start.
• Prepping donuts for finishing from freezer and placing in proof box.
• Heat donuts and rolls, apply icing and garnish for display donuts.
• Review and fulfill special orders as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work area throughout shift.
• Adhere to Hy-Vee policies and personal hygiene/dress standards.
• Answer the phone and assist customers with information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):

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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: Donut Finisher

Department: Bakery

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At 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 Important

The Donut Finisher plays a key role in making sure our Bakery case is stocked with fresh, beautifully finished donuts, bagels, and danishes that keep customers coming back. In this role, you’ll take pride in the details, from glazing and icing to garnishing and presentation, while helping create a welcoming experience for every customer you meet.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in doing things right, and like being part of a team that starts the day strong, we’d love to have you on board.

What You’ll Do

No two shifts are exactly the same, but here’s what you can expect:

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service, greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive one, whether at the counter or elsewhere in the store

• Prepare your work area and equipment for donut finishing at the start of each shift

• Remove donuts and rolls from the freezer and prepare them for finishing, including placing danishes and cinnamon rolls in the proof box

• Heat donuts and rolls in the oven prior to glazing or icing, then ice and garnish for the donut case

• Review special orders and prepare them as needed

• Prepare icings and the glazing area for the following day

• Maintain a clean, organized work area throughout your shift

• Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene and dress standards

• Answer the telephone promptly and provide friendly, helpful service to customers who call

• Work with customers at the counter and assist in other areas of the store as needed

• Adhere to Hy-Vee policies and individual store guidelines

• Report to work when scheduled and on time

Your Skills

To be successful, you’ll need to be able to:

• Follow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions with attention to detail

• Perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accurately

• Understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing

• Work effectively as part of a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a positive work environment

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Bakery Department Manager; Baker; Apprentice Baker

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required

• Six months or less of similar or related experience; we will provide the training you need to succeed

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas

• Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation

• Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment

• Where applicable to the role: ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards

• Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties

Working Environment

This role is performed in a bakery environment where you’ll be on your feet throughout your shift. You’ll have daily exposure to noise and equipment, weekly exposure to cleaning chemicals or solvents, and will regularly work around ovens and glazing equipment. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.