Baker Jobs in Boston, MA

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

  • Burlington, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Opening Baker

  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Salem, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

goods as needed You are applying for work with a franchisee of Dunkin', not Dunkin Brands Inc., Dunkin' or any of their affiliates....

Baker (Full Time)

  • Wellesley, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary Summary: Prepares baked goods according to recipes and production specifications....

Cake Decorator

  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 2 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...

Bread Baker

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description In Eataly's 24-hour operating bakery, a Bread Baker is responsible for producing delicious bread and focaccia in accordance with our authentic Italian recipes....

Baker

  • Quincy, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (8 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 8 days ago

A Day in the Life: Are you passionate about baking and customer service? As the Assistant Bakery Manager, you'll support the Bakery Manager in leading our delightful Bakery Department by assisting...

Cake Decorator

  • Sharon, MA (18 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sharon, MA (18 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 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....

Store Baker - Full Time

  • Dedham, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dedham, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Performs all duties related to preparing and baking products that are consistent with WFM quality standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by...

Cake Decorator

  • North Easton, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Easton, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 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...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Newton, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newton, MA (6 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 12 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

  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Baker, Bakery Production Team Member

  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago

Tatte Bakery Baker, Bakery Production Team Member Sign in to apply South Boston, MA Sign in to apply BAKERY PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBERS ~ BAKER ~ PASTRY PRODUCTION ~ BREAD PRODUCTION ~ PACKING TATTE BAKERY...

Baker

  • Auburndale, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Auburndale, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago

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

Baker

  • Weymouth, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Weymouth, MA (11 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 19 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Basic Tart and Pie by Master Bakers
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Salary for Baker Jobs in Boston, MA

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Highest Education Level

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


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