Baker Jobs in Buena Park, CA

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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Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Anaheim, CA (2 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (2 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

A Day in the Life: As a Cake Decorator, no one day is ever the same. You will use your artistic and creative design skills to put the icing on the cake on beautifully decorated cakes and pastries...

BAKER WANTED - Trejo's Coffee & Donuts

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Trejo's Coffee and Donuts is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our kitchen crew! Our team consists of individuals who are detail oriented, enjoy working in collaboration, and are...

Baker

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 0-1 years Job Details Mozzaplex is looking for an AM Baker: must be available 4am - 5 days, weekends a must....

Baker

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Bub and Grandma's Bread in Los Angeles is looking another baker to join our rapidly growing team!...

Bakery Apprentice Baker - Store #37 Full-Time

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Our first store opened on January 2nd, 1980, in Anaheim, CA and since then we have grown to 40+ stores in 4 counties: Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and the Inland Empire. We offer our customers...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • El Monte, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Monte, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 4901 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731-1415, United States of America...

Experienced Baker - Bread, Croissants, Pastries, & Decorated Cakes

  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (16 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

What Youll Do: Execute production of laminated pastries, bread, focaccia, and gluten-free baked goods Bake off and prep items for both retail service and catering orders Collaborate with our chefs on...

Baker

  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries....

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Fullerton, CA (7 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (7 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 603 S Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831-5112, United States of America...

Baker I (PM Shift)

  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (17 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Assist Production Manager, Head Baker and other bakers in operating baking machinery to produce baked goods (i.e. ovens, slicing machine, wrapping machine, etc.)....

Baker - Gluten Free Bakery

  • Hermosa Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA (22 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Previous pastry / baking experience required Cake decorating experience required Flexible availability: weekend availability required Friendly work demeanor Collaborative spirit Ability to learn quickly...

Cake Artist/FT

  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (12 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago

assists in the culinary operations by managing and producing of all the baked goods along side other culinary team members RESPONSIBILITIES Manage production and prepare a wide variety of standard...

Bakery Baker - Store #35 Full-Time

  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (21 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 7 days ago

the Baker position....

Cake Decorator Associate

  • La Habra, CA (7 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • La Habra, CA (7 miles from Buena Park, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1390 S Beach Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631-6374, United States of America...

Demographic Data for Buena Park, CA

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Advance level Venoisserie by Master Baker
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Basic Tart and Pie by Master Bakers
Basic Tart & Pie by APCA Malaysia - An International Pastry & Culinary SchoolUnderstanding of basic Tart and Pie is very important if you have to bake like a professional. This program covers the...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Buena Park, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Buena Park, CA 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 Buena Park, CA
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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