Baker Jobs in Sacramento, 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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Cake Decorator

  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

variety of cakes, desserts and pastries consistently at a high rate of speed; mix creams, sauces, fillings and icings; finishing work to cakes; take guest orders by phone and in-person; and assist the bakers...

Baker/Bakery Help

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Bennett's Bakery is a small friendly high production facility with thirty years history specializing in providing high quality custard tarts to large grocery stores. We're expanding rapidly with...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 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,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Granite Bay, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Granite Bay, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 904 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA 95678-6126, United States of America...

Baker $19-$21/hr

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Do you love freshly baked goods and have practical baking experience? Nugget Markets is looking for dedicated bakers to join our talented and passionate bakery team!...

Cake Decorator $19-$22/hr

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

cakes, desserts and pastries consistently at a high rate of speed; mix creams, sauces, fillings and icings; apply finishing work to cakes; take guest orders by phone and in-person; and assist the bakers...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 904 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA 95678-6126, United States of America...

Cake Decorator

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 5 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

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20 - $33 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Cake Decorator

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 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...

Need a baker

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 days ago

un Need a baker (Roseville) image 1 of 4 Tuscan Grove Circle compensation: TBD Hello, I have a home event May 31 and I am looking for someone that is able to use a pizza oven that takes wood inside...

Baker

  • North Highlands, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Highlands, CA (8 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Guest Service: Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with baked goods. Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery....

Cake Decorator (NMK) $19-$22/hr

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Overview Do you have experience crafting beautifully decorated cakes and desserts? The Nugget Markets Kitchen, in our Woodland Warehouse, is looking for someone who takes pride in the details and...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Position Summary... 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...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Sacramento, 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
15.7%
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 Sacramento, CA
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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