Baker Jobs in Colorado

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 Manager Full Time

  • Leadville, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Leadville, CO
  • 1 day ago

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BAKERY MANAGER As a Bakery Manager, no one day is ever the same at Albertsons Safeway. In our Bakery where delicious breads, cookies and pastries, fancy desserts are made...

Cake Decorator

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 5940 Promenade Parkway, Castle Rock, CO 80108-0000, United States of America...

Cake Decorator

  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 1 day ago

What You Bring with You (Qualifications): 1-3 Years if professional cake decorating experience....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day 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...

Bakery/Cake Decorator Un PT

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Ability to handle stressful situations Effective communication skills Knowledge of basic math Current food handlers permit once employed Desired Bakery/Cake Decorating experience...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day 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

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 2 days ago

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

Associate QA Manager, Bakery

  • CO
  • 2 days ago
  • CO
  • 2 days ago

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael...

Head Baker - Full Time

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago

PURPOSE: As a Head Baker, no one day is ever the same at Albertsons Safeway....

Baker

  • Leadville, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Leadville, CO
  • 3 days ago

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

Bakery/Baker

  • Arvada, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 3 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Conifer, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Conifer, CO
  • 3 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:...

Baker (Vail, CO, US)

  • Vail, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Vail, CO
  • 3 days ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 5 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 - Full Time

  • Denver, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 7 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...

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Laminated Pastries and rich dough are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 9 world class laminated pastries and rich...
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Sour Dough based Advance Breads by APCA Malaysia- An International Pastry & Culinary SchoolUnderstanding of sour dough is very important if you have to bake breads like a professional. This...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Colorado offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.6%
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 Colorado
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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