Baker Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA
  • 8 hours ago

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to: Bakery Manager Positions that report directly to this position: Bakery clerks, Bakers, Cake Decorators, and any other clerk working in the Bakery...

Cake Decorator

  • Sharon, MA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sharon, MA
  • 8 hours ago

A Day in the Life: Our sales and store support teams, also known as clerks in the grocery world, play an important part in ensuring our stores are clean, organized, and shoppable so that our...

Experienced Cake Decorator

  • Amherst, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Amherst, MA
  • 18 hours ago

AMHERST Experienced Cake Decorator Experience: 2 years cake decoratingin a retail establishment Certificates & Licenses SKILLS & ABILITIES -Communication - Professionalism - Prioritizing Daily...

Cake Decorator

  • Avon, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Avon, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $19 - $32 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...

Head Baker

  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

Serve as a resource for bakers and helpers, assisting with training and development. Operate independently as a Baker and assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of leadership....

Bakery Manager

  • Chilmark, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chilmark, MA
  • 2 days ago

Bakery Manager The Grey Barn & Farm +1 more Date Posted March 11, 2025 Location Chilmark, MA Category Agriculture / Culinary Job type Full-Time COMPANY DESCRIPTION Nestled on the beautiful island...

Smolak Farms Bakery Manager and Assistant Manger Wanted

  • North Andover, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • North Andover, MA
  • 4 days ago

Smolak Farms in North Andover is looking for full or part timeBakery Manger and Assistant Bakery Manager -Meals to Go Production, Cider Donut Makers, Sandwich Makers and Short Order Cooks -Weekday...

Baker

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 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....

Baker

  • Hudson, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Hudson, MA
  • 6 days ago

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

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 7 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 579 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110-2806, United States of America...

Baker Supervisor

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago

The baker is responsible for the quality and timeliness of the product and for the cleanliness and organization of the pastry shop....

Cake Decorator & Baker

  • Spencer, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Spencer, MA
  • 8 days ago

They will be baking cakes, making icing, assembling cakes, decorating and piping cakes with icing while normal kitchen hours are closed....

Full Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Barnstable, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA
  • 8 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 - Honey Dew Donuts

  • Beverly, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Beverly, MA
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: A Honey Dew Baker is responsible for assisting the Store Manager with the daily production of the donuts, muffins, pastry, and bagels for sale on site as well as the production for...

Apprentice Bakery Decorator

  • Dedham, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Dedham, MA
  • 9 days ago

Job DescriptionWe believe that great food is grown with care and that your personal and professional growth deserves just as much attention. Our apprenticeship programs are designed to help Team...

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.0%
High School or GED
25.8%
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 Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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