Baker Jobs in Delaware

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

  • Newark, DE
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 17 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

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 3 days ago

The required experience must include baked goods preparation, inventory management, catering support, customer service and equipment maintenance....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Dover, DE
  • 13 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 13 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,...

Cake Decorator Associate

  • Lewes, DE
  • 19 days ago
  • Lewes, DE
  • 19 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2700 N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 21801-2143, United States of America...

Daytime Froster, cake decorator

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 21 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 21 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Froster puts the sugar on top and makes every moment extra...

Baker

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 23 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 23 days ago

in Wilmington, Delaware, is seeking a skilled and passionate Baker to join our growing team....

Baker/Finisher

  • New Castle, DE
  • 25 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 25 days ago

We take pride in the freshness & quality of our baked goods, so it is important that you possess a passion for quality as well....

Bakery Manager

  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION TITLE: Bakery Manager DEPARTMENT: Bakery REPORTS TO: Store Director/Bakery Supervisor FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY: To direct and supervise all functions of the bakery department....

Cake Decorator

  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION TITLE: Cake Decorator DEPARTMENT: Bakery REPORTS TO: Bakery Manager FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for decorating all ordered cakes. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1) Maintain...

Bakery Manager

  • Middletown, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, DE
  • 30+ days ago

May assist with the production of breads, pastries and other baked goods to sell. Adheres to use of production logs and company approved recipes....

Doughnut Maker

  • New Castle, DE
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 60+ days ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kremes focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founders original recipe. The brands iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

Demographic Data for Delaware

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Delaware

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Delaware 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 Delaware
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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