Baker Jobs in Mill Valley, 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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Head Baker

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Oversee and ensure the consistent production of all baked goods required to maintain mise en place levels in the pastry shop....

Baker

  • Pinole, CA (17 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Pinole, CA (17 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

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

Baker

  • Burlingame, CA (24 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlingame, CA (24 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Bakers also have the secret ingredient for talking to their customers and take pride in what they are baking, making, and decorating....

Cake Decorator

  • Mill Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mill Valley, CA
  • 1 day ago

Id : 582519, Title : Cake Decorator, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : High Volume - Retail, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...287, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-04-02T17:58:56...

Artisan Baker wanted in Pt. Reyes Station

  • Point Reyes Station, CA (14 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Point Reyes Station, CA (14 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About the Job: Our bakers work on all parts of the grain-to-loaf process. Once fully trained, bakers mill flour, mix dough, shape loaves, and bake bread....

Bakery Manager-( SF Bay Area Applicants only)

  • Kentfield, CA (4 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kentfield, CA (4 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About Us: About Us: Proudly serving our San Francisco Bay Area communities since 1986, Mollie Stone's Markets is a local, family-owned grocery store chain. With over 38 years of exemplary...

Cake Decorator

  • San Rafael, CA (6 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (6 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 8 days 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

  • Albany, CA (14 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, CA (14 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 8 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Baker, no one day is ever the same....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • San Rafael, CA (6 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (6 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients and recipes? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for...

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Novato, CA (16 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Novato, CA (16 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 13 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

  • Berkeley, CA (15 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (15 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 14 days ago

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

Baker

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Making Professionalism Scratch Baking Taking Direction and Feedback Portioning Safety and Sanitation Work Independently Bread Baking Cleanliness Creativity High Volume Baking Organization Physical...

Part Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Novato, CA (16 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Novato, CA (16 miles from Mill Valley, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Mill Valley, CA

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Mill Valley, CA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.6%
Master's Degree
3.7%
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 Mill Valley, CA
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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