Baker Jobs in Frederick, MD

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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Baker

  • No Potomac, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • No Potomac, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Our bakers use the best ingredients and their expertise to create the quality bread and baked goods that our customers love....

Cake Decorator

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary: Cuts, fills and ices cakes. Decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips. Packages cakes for special order and back stock....

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager

  • Mount Airy, MD (11 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Airy, MD (11 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 444284 Address: USA-MD-Mount Airy-1312 S Main St Suite 4 Store Code: Store 01465 Deli (7224452) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Cake Decorator

  • Sykesville, MD (20 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sykesville, MD (20 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 14 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 - Part time

  • Frederick, MD
  • 15 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 15 days ago

Responsible for various duties including preparing baked goods and other items for sale, arranging and wrapping bakery products, and placing bakery items in display cases....

Baker

  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 16 days ago

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

FT Cake Decorator

  • Mount Airy, MD (11 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mount Airy, MD (11 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 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...

Apprentice Baker

  • Frederick, MD
  • 23 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 23 days ago

Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods. Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes....

Cake Maker

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Many Dunkin' restaurants are owned and operated by an independent franchisee. Each Dunkin' franchisee is an independent employer and thus solely responsible for hiring decisions and all other...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ 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,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 5604 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD 21704-8312, United States of America...

Head Baker

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace....

Head Baker

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Employee discounts Health insurance At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Head Baker is at the heart of it all....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ 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,...

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Frederick, MD

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Frederick, MD offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.5%
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 Frederick, MD
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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