Baker - Bakery Department

About the role

Hy-Vee is hiring a Baker for its bakery department in Madison. The bakery is described as a destination for customers expecting freshness, quality and something that feels homemade. The Baker prepares and bakes the products that fill the cases and fulfill daily orders, from proofing and frying to pulling items from the freezer and leading bakery clerks. The role is paid hourly.

Key responsibilities

• Greet every customer and assist them with their needs throughout the store
• Check orders for the day, set up a timeline and production schedule, and prioritize special and future orders
• Prepare, make up, bake and fry all department products, proofing items as necessary and pulling product from the freezer or cooler
• Review product for freshness and pull by stale date, anticipating needs for the current day and the following days
• Inspect incoming products for quality and quantity, including mispicks
• Invoice and put away product as instructed by the Department Manager
• Check signage for correct labels on ad items and review the department for safety issues
• Understand the use and maintenance needs of bakery equipment and follow up on issues
• Act as a lead with bakery clerks, giving guidance and direction
• Re-merchandise current products, remove or recycle outdated ones, and order supplies as directed by the Bakery Manager
• Write the department schedule and cover for the Bakery Manager's absence
• Follow sanitation procedures, keep the work area clean and safe, and answer the phone promptly to take product orders
• Follow the dress code, hygiene standards and company guidelines, and pitch in with other tasks or special projects

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; department training is helpful
• Over six months up to one year of similar or related experience preferred
• Commitment to Hy-Vee's mission and a genuine passion for customer and team experience
• Ability to solve practical problems and make sound decisions with limited standardization
• Ability to lead and guide bakery clerks while maintaining department standards

Required skills

• Math skills including fractions, decimals and percentages
• Clear communication with customers and co-workers
• Handling confidential information such as sales with discretion
• Ability to safely use sharp knives and blades, handle heat and burn hazards, and operate a delivery vehicle to DOT standards where applicable

The work is fast-paced with significant pressure to meet deadlines, with continual exposure to flour, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations and equipment movement hazards. Training is provided on safety. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug screen.