Baker Jobs in Michigan

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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Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Marquette, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Marquette, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Apply Job Type Part-time Description We are seeking to hire a friendly, energetic, and helpful person to work in our Bakery Department as a Cake Decorator. This position requires someone with...

Cake Decorator

  • Waterford, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterford, MI
  • 1 day ago

Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's and following all sanitation procedures....

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Southgate, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Southgate, MI
  • 2 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 15700 Northline Rd, Southgate, MI 48195-2378, United States of America...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Canton, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 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 wrapping,...

Cake Decorator

  • Gaylord, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaylord, MI
  • 3 days 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...

Manager, Bakery

  • Grandville, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandville, MI
  • 3 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Jackson, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MI
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members...

Bakery/Certified Cake Decorator

  • Monroe, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 4 days ago

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names....

Bakery/Baker

  • Warren, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 5 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Baker

  • Troy, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 5 days ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Fenton, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Fenton, MI
  • 6 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Cake Decorator

  • Holland, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 9 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Bakery Manager

  • Houghton Lake, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Houghton Lake, MI
  • 11 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Associate 3, Cake Decorator

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 15 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 18 days ago

Responsive recruiter At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Baker is at the heart of it all....

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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