Baker Jobs in New Jersey

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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Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Baker

Come join our team as a FT Baker in our gourmet Bakery here at Uncle Giuseppe's in Port Jefferson Station! Our Bakers use the finest ingredients to prepare, mix and bake our gourmet products....

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Cake Decorator

Decorating experience in addition experience working within a retail experience performing cake decorating Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language Requires an individual who...

Cake Decorator

  • Livingston, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Livingston, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Bakers Helper/ Cleaner

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

busy bakery looking for full time employee to assist bakers in the day to day operations and general cleaning. will train if necessary good pay, 6 days per week up 20$ per hour.. must speak english...

Pizza Baker

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Pizza Baker Full Time Hourly – $17 - $19 per hour depending on experience Must be at least 18 years and older Position Description: Pizza Baker is responsible for preparation of Pizza, Stromboli, Calzones...

Store Baker - Full Time

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

(USA) Baker / Packager

  • Cinnaminson, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Cinnaminson, NJ
  • 2 days ago

USA) Baker / Packager (part of Walmart) 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 2521 Route 130 South, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077 Position Summary......

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 300 N Galleria Dr, Middletown, NY 10941-3036, United States of America...

Baker

  • Newark, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Bakers will perform their duties at their specific bakery-cafe(s), ensuring we are stocked with the delicious pastries and breads that define our brand....

(USA) Baker / Packager

  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NJ
  • 5 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...

Baker

  • West New York, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • West New York, NJ
  • 6 days ago

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

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 6 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...

Cake Decorator-PT, Audubon, NJ

  • Audubon, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Audubon, NJ
  • 7 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 - Part Time

  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 7 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

  • Manasquan, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Manasquan, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Baker (manasquan) McGee Black Irish Coffee Shop compensation: 18 hr employment type: job title: Baker Looking to hire a baker to work at a new coffee shop / cafe in manasquan NJ... hours are flexible...

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sour dough Breads by Master Baker
Sour Dough based Advance Breads by APCA Malaysia- An International Pastry & Culinary SchoolUnderstanding of sour dough is very important if you have to bake breads like a professional. This...
Advance level Venoisserie by Master Baker
Laminated Pastries and rich dough are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 9 world class laminated pastries and rich...
Basic Tart and Pie by Master Bakers
Basic Tart & Pie by APCA Malaysia - An International Pastry & Culinary SchoolUnderstanding of basic Tart and Pie is very important if you have to bake like a professional. This program covers the...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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