Baker Jobs in Arkansas

A Baker plays a crucial role in the culinary industry, specializing in the creation and production of a wide variety of breads, pastries, and other baked goods. Typically working in bakeries, restaurants, or hotels, they are responsible for mixing ingredients following recipes, shaping and forming dough, setting oven temperatures, and decorating and presenting baked goods attractively. They must also ensure the quality of the ingredients and maintain cleanliness and sanitation in their workstation. Bakers often work closely with chefs to design and develop new recipes.

Key skills for a Baker include attention to detail, creativity, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Excellent time management skills are also essential, as baking often involves tight schedules and precise timing. In terms of qualifications, although some bakers learn their trade through work experience, many employers prefer candidates with a diploma or degree in baking and pastry arts. Additionally, certification from a recognized culinary institution, such as the Retail Bakers of America, can enhance career prospects. Prior to becoming a Baker, a person may have roles such as a Bakery Assistant, where they assist in basic baking and cleaning tasks, a Pastry Cook, preparing pastries in a restaurant, or a Bread Baker Apprentice, learning the trade under a professional Baker.

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Baker (Full Time)

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 hours ago

Job Summary Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications....

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 hours ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Baker

  • State University, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • State University, AR
  • 1 day ago

Youll prepare and create delicious baked goods while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do....

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 2 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 7700 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903-5542, United States of America...

Baker

  • Searcy, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 2 days ago

If you think you would be a legendary Baker, apply today!...

Assistant Baker

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 3 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Biggers, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Biggers, AR
  • 6 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2405 S Caraway Rd, Jonesboro, AR 72401-6208, United States of America...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 8 days ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Farmington, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Farmington, AR
  • 9 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Cake Decorator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary: Cuts, fills and ices cakes. Decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips. Packages cakes for special order and back stock....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members through follow recipes and wrapping,...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 22 days ago

Minimum - Any retail experience - Any bakery/cake decorating experience - Ability to handle stressful situations - Knowledge of basic math - Effective communication skills Desired - Second language:...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Cake Decorator

  • Beebe, AR
  • 24 days ago
  • Beebe, AR
  • 24 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 900 S Bowman Rd, Little Rock, AR 72211-3617, United States of America...

Cake Decorator

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 25 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 25 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 900 S Bowman Rd, Little Rock, AR 72211-3617, United States of America...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Arkansas offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.5%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.7%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bakers in Arkansas
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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