Baker Jobs in Mount Airy, 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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Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 2 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 3 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...

Full Time Baker's Asst-Mount Airy

  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 4 days ago

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

Full Time Cake Decorator-Mount Airy

  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Airy, MD
  • 4 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...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 3535 Russett Grn, Laurel, MD 20724-1810, United States of America...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 7 days ago

This is a part time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

Doughnut Maker - 306-Rockville- MD (Rockville, MD)

  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Doughnut Maker - 306-Rockville- MD (Rockville, MD) Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation dental insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount United States, Maryland,...

PT Cake Decorator - Food Lion

  • Thurmont, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Thurmont, MD (20 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 69658 Address: USA-MD-Thurmont-Hwy 15 & Tippin Drive Store Code: Store 01216 Deli (7220035) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Cake Decorator

  • Sykesville, MD (10 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sykesville, MD (10 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 15 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...

FT Cake Decorator

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

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 435605 Address: USA-MD-Frederick-6920 Crestwood Blvd Store Code: Store 01442 DELI (7223974) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Baker

  • Westminster, MD (15 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Westminster, MD (15 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 18 days ago

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

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Woodlawn, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Woodlawn, MD (23 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 19 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,...

Baker

  • Lansdowne, VA (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lansdowne, VA (24 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 23 days 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....

Part Time Baker

  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 26 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (18 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 26 days ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

Doughnut Maker

  • Urbana, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Urbana, MD (11 miles from Mount Airy, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme's focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder's original recipe. The brand's iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts...

Demographic Data for Mount Airy, MD

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Mount Airy, MD

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Mount Airy, MD 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 Mount Airy, MD
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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