Baker Jobs in New York

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

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...

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Baker

Our Bakers use the finest ingredients to prepare, mix and bake our gourmet products. Following our own specialty recipes, our Baker will ensure the quality and freshness of our baked items....

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Bread Baker

We are seeking an experienced FT Bread Baker for our Port Jefferson Station Store....

Baker

  • Elmont, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Elmont, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Work along side a classically trained Master Baker from Alma in Italy....

Baker

  • Mohegan Lake, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Mohegan Lake, NY
  • 1 day ago

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

Baker Associate

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago

When not carrying out the bakers specific responsibilities, the baker must also provide excellent, friendly, upbeat customer service while preparing and serving a wide variety of food products and complete...

Bench Assistant Bakery Manager - Potsdam

  • Potsdam, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range: $15.50- $23.00 SUMMARY Provides fast, friendly, helpful and efficient service to all Price Chopper customers. Assists the bakery manager with overseeing the day-to-day operation through...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Niagara Falls, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY
  • 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

  • Lowville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowville, NY
  • 2 days 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...

Baker

  • Watertown, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 2 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

  • Webster, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Webster, NY
  • 2 days ago

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

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Garden City, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 2 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 Decorators Clerk #412

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Salary: $15.50- $16.50 SUMMARY The mission of all Tops associates is to adhere to the Tops vision of providing a friendly neighborhood store that saves the customer time and money. Bakery clerk...

PT Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Rome, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rome, NY
  • 3 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 436392 Address: USA-NY-Rome-808 West Chestnut Street Store Code: Store 08449 Bakery (5150382) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

Baker

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 3 days ago

As a Baker at Ole & Steen you will learn about real Danish bread and pastries....

Demographic Data for New York

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Heavenly Bread Baking for non-bakers
Indulge in the art of breadmaking with "Heavenly Bread for Non-Bakers," a delightful journey into the world of freshly baked goodness. Led by Neta, your friendly guide, this course dispels the...
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 York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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