Baker Jobs in Indiana

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

  • Evansville, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 9 hours ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 6700 E Virginia St, Evansville, IN 47715-4034, United States of America...

Baker

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 1 day ago

We wouldnt be Panera without our Bakers. Were not just Panera, were Panera Breadand its our Bakers who keep us stocked with the delicious pastries and fresh breads were known for....

Baker

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 1 day ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager....

Bakery Manager in Training

  • Crown Point, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Crown Point, IN
  • 1 day ago

Id : 578020, Title : Bakery Manager in Training, Category : Retail, Store Ops, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...219, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Cake Decorator

  • Fishers, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 1 day ago

custom high level cake decorating Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other...

Nutrition Services 7hr Baker Northrop High School

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: Perform large-quantity baking in the preparation of various baked goods in support of District-wide food service operations; calculate, follow, adjust and extend recipes....

Baker

  • Warsaw, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Warsaw, IN
  • 11 days ago

If you think you would be a legendary Baker, apply today!...

Baker

  • Schererville, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Schererville, IN
  • 12 days ago

Great Benefits Including: Flexible Hours and Scheduling Full and Part-Time Positions Sign-on Bonus Vacation Pay The Baker responsibility are preparing specialty desserts and other freshly baked products...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Richmond, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, IN
  • 13 days ago

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

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Clarksville, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Clarksville, IN
  • 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

  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 14 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 815 Clepper Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45245-1535, United States of America...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • McCordsville, IN
  • 20 days ago
  • McCordsville, IN
  • 20 days ago

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

Baker - Hiring Now

  • Hanover, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • Hanover, IN
  • 21 days ago

Ensure the quality and freshness of all baked goods, producing them to meet specifications. Determine the quantity of all baked goods to be produced, utilizing production sheets....

Bakery Manager - Rensselaer

  • Rensselaer, IN
  • 22 days ago
  • Rensselaer, IN
  • 22 days ago

Position Title: Bakery Manager Job Summary: The Bakery Manager oversees the daily operations of the bakery department within a grocery store, ensuring high-quality products, excellent customer...

Baker

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 23 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Indiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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