Baker Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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 FT

  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

When requested perform clerk function of cake decorating. Maintain sanitation standards in the cooler, freezer, prep area and sales area. Communicate guest requests to management....

Bench - Bakery Manager Level V

  • Harrisburg, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overview It's an exciting time to join Lowes Foods! In addition to being part of a family-owned and growing company, we offer great pay and excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and...

Part Time Baker

  • Fort Mill, SC (14 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (14 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

Cake Decorator

  • Kannapolis, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 2421 Supercenter Dr Ne, Kannapolis, NC 28083-6426, United States of America...

Bakery Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Introduction Do you enjoy preparing and baking cookies, bread, and muffins using proven ingredients? Does working in a professional kitchen excite you? Do you have a passion for delivering an...

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager

  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 6 days ago

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager Posting Date: 04/22/2025 Location: Gastonia, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 428979 Address: USA-NC-Gastonia-1024 W Hudson Blvd...

Assistant Bakery Manager FT

  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Concord, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 6 days ago

To gain the skills, knowledge, and expertise to be considered a successful Bakery Department Manager. To supervise and ensure that Lowes Foods guest service, merchandising programs and...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC (22 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Remove baked goods from oven and place goods on cooling rack. Neatly decorate cakes and other bakery items and create party trays according to standards and customers? specifications....

Apprentice Cake Decorator

  • Davidson, NC (19 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davidson, NC (19 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Desire to learn how tobecome a cake decorator (no prior cake decorating experience required)....

Baker

  • Fort Mill, SC (14 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (14 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 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

  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Guest Service: Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with baked goods. Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery....

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Kannapolis, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 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,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 13 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 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...

Full Time Baker

  • Huntersville, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago

This is a full time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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