Baker Jobs in Durham, 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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Assistant Bakery Manager FT Raleigh NC

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

Overview: 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

  • Durham, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 12 hours 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....

Part Time Baker

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, 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,...

Baker

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests....

Baker PT (6am)

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day 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....

Cake Decorator

  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 11460 Royall Cotton Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587-0000, United States of America...

Baker

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 7 days ago

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

Baker PT

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 8 days 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....

Cake Decorator/baker PT

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Overview To grow community through building guest loyalty and providing personal guest interactions that build genuine relationships with guests and result in a brand-aligned experience....

Baker

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, 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 and Packager Associate

  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Durham, 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,...

FT Cake Decorator (Durham)

  • Durham, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 14 days ago

goods Maintain a clean and organized work area Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations Manage time effectively to meet production goals...

Assistant Baker

  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Works well with baker and being apart of a team, seeking someone who is punctual, responsible, mature, and reliable. We are closed on Sundays!...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Durham, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 19 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....

Baker's Assistant

  • Durham, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 19 days ago

Works well with baker and being apart of a team, seeking someone who is punctual, responsible, mature, and reliable....

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Durham, NC

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Highest Education Level

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


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