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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Baker

  • Livingston, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

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

Bakery Manager - Nothing Bundt Cakes

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Bakery Manager keeps the...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 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 wrapping,...

Cake Decorator, Full-Time

  • Browns Mills, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Browns Mills, NJ
  • 3 days ago

CAKE DECORATOR 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...

Bakery Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 4 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

  • Hammonton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Hammonton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

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

Baker

  • Boonton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

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

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Ringwood, NJ
  • 8 days ago

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

Baker

  • Newark, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 9 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....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 12 days ago

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 through follow...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • West Orange, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 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...

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 13 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

  • Teterboro, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Cake Decorator 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 1 Teterboro Landing Drive, Teterboro, NJ 07608 Hourly Wage: $21 - $34 per/hour The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage...

Pizza Baker

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 15 days ago

Pizza Baker Full Time Hourly - $16.50 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience Must be at least 18 years and older Position Description: Pizza Baker is responsible for preparation of Pizza, Stromboli...

Baker

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 16 days ago

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

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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
25.7%
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 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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