Baker Jobs in Lisle, IL

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 - Full Time

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 8 hours 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...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (17 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

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

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Montgomery, IL (14 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, IL (14 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 1050 Ogden Ave., Montgomery, IL 60538-0000, United States of America...

Baker

  • Willowbrook, IL (8 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Willowbrook, IL (8 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you....

Baker

  • Elmhurst, IL (10 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (10 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 1 day ago

cakes and traditional Italian baked goods....

Cake Decorator

  • Lisle, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 2 days ago

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

Overnight Bakery/Baker

  • Westmont, IL (5 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (5 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Westmont, US-IL Rate: 15.8 Type: Permanent OVERNIGHT BAKERY/BAKER Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service....

Bakery Manager in Training

  • Joliet, IL (18 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (18 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Id : 578446, Title : Bakery Manager in Training, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...721, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Baker

  • Oswego, IL (15 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (15 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Baker The Goddess and Grocer - Gold Coast Now Hiring

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Goddess and Grocer - Gold Coast - Now Hiring: Baker Click here to learn more & apply today! A.M....

Baker

  • Bartlett, IL (14 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bartlett, IL (14 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Baker

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Professionalism ServSafe Certified Cake Making Read more...

Cake Decorator

  • Plainfield, IL (17 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (17 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's and following all sanitation procedures....

Cake Decorator

  • Lisle, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 6 days ago

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

baker, production - Starbucks Reserve Roastery - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lisle, IL)
  • 7 days ago

goods for special diets Culture & Effective Communication + Set inspirational tone for partners by role modeling Starbucks Mission and Values....

Demographic Data for Lisle, IL

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Lisle, IL

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Highest Education Level

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


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