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/Cake Decorator

  • Aspen, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Aspen, CO
  • 7 hours ago

decorating experience - Ability to handle stressful situations - Knowledge of basic math - Effective communication skills Desired - Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing ABOUT US Based...

Cake Decorator

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 22 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 22 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 and Packager Associate

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 22 hours ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 22 hours 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,...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Junction, 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...

Head Baker Full Time

  • Estes Park, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Estes Park, CO
  • 1 day ago

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

Baker

  • Centennial, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Centennial, CO
  • 2 days ago

Overview of Responsibilities At Sprouts Farmers Market, the Baker is responsible for preparing, baking, and packaging all baked goods....

Baker - Vegan and GF Bakery

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago

Tasty Harmony in downtown Fort Collins is looking for our new baker. We are looking for someone who can work shorter early shifts about four times a week for a total of 15-20 hours/week....

Baker

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 days ago

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

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Timnath, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Timnath, CO
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1200 E Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537-3924, United States of America...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Loveland, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1200 E Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537-3924, United States of America...

Assistant Baker

  • Thornton, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 4 days ago

Bread Baking shifts start around 11 am - 7 pm, plus a shift on Sunday (when the store is closed)....

Baker

  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Hillstone Restaurant is currently seeking an experienced bread baker available for early morning hours.We are searching for friendly, energetic, highly-motivated individuals who will thrive in a fast-paced...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Boulder, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 6 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Parker, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 8 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21 - $34 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...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Gunnison, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Gunnison, CO
  • 8 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:...

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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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