Baker Jobs in Louisiana

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

  • Marksville, LA
  • moments ago
  • Marksville, LA
  • moments ago

Hourly Wage: $17 - $30 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...

Baker

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 hours ago

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

Assistant Bakery Manager - Lafayettte, LA

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 2 days ago

For Bakery : You bring 1 year or more of experience as a Baker....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 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...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 8 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 3222 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70506-7208, United States of America...

Bread Baker - La Boulangerie

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 9 days ago

La Boulangerie is currently hiring for the position of Bread Baker with at least one year of previous experience at a bakery....

Cake Decorator

  • Broussard, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Broussard, LA
  • 10 days 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

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 15 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Baker at Sodexo, you are also a team player and food waste reducer....

Baker (Full And Part Time)

  • Eunice, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Eunice, LA
  • 16 days ago

Location: LSU Eunice We are hiring immediately for full and part-time BAKER positions. Address : LSU Eunice - 2048 Johnson Highway, Eunice, LA 70535. Note: online applications accepted only....

Baker

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 16 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....

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 16 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...

Baker

  • LA
  • 16 days ago
  • LA
  • 16 days ago

Bakers begin as Bakers-In-Training (BIT) to learn the complex art of baking and become certified to work alone....

Assistant Bakery Manager - Lake Charles, LA

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days ago

Why choose us? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons...

Assistant Baker

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 18 days ago

Baker Job Overview The Baker will provide exceptional baking, organization and cleanliness of the kitchen, patient and cafeteria meal services Duties/Responsibilities: Follows and bakes all assigned...

Location: Baker, US-LA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Guest Service - Restaurant 200600 - 1104 Main Street, Baker, LA 70714 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


Local
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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Heavenly Bread Baking for non-bakers
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Healthy breads and Sour Dough by Master Bakers
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Amaze your family, friends and clients with perfect stunning cheesecakes that never fail to impress. Follow award-winning pastry chef Irit Ishai in this comprehensive course, and create many kinds...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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