Baker Jobs in Beacon, NY

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 (Part Time)

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

This means producing an array of visually tempting as well as delicious baked goods to choose from and fulfilling special orders in the same fashion....

Baker (Full Time, Early Morning Shift)

  • Wallkill, NY (15 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wallkill, NY (15 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 6 days ago

goods, including but not limited to, breads, rolls, coffee cakes, loaf cakes, cookies, scones, and muffins according to recipes used in the bakery Possess bread-baking knowledge for a variety of types...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Beacon, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Beacon, NY
  • 8 days ago

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

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Fishkill, NY (3 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (3 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 12 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,...

Assistant Baker

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 19 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting...

Baker

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 20 days ago

If you think you would be a legendary Baker, apply today!...

Cake Decorator, Full-Time

  • Goldens Bridge, NY (20 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Goldens Bridge, NY (20 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 25 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...

Baker

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (13 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace....

Baker

  • Fishkill, NY (3 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (3 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

goods are prepared according to Paneras standards....

Bakery Manager ACME D2- Briarcliff Manor NY

  • Briarcliff Manor, NY (24 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY (24 miles from Beacon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or relevant work history or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position Highly motivated and team oriented Minimum of one year as Baker...

Demographic Data for Beacon, NY

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Beacon, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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