Baker Jobs in Oregon

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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Cake Decorator - Immediate Hiring

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 hours ago

un Cake Decorator - Immediate Hiring compensation: To be discussed. Key Responsibilities Decorate cakes using various techniques, including fondant, gum paste, and sugar art. Deliver specialty...

Scratch Baker

  • Ashland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, OR
  • 1 day ago

Market of Choice is now hiring for Scratch Bakers, starting at $15/hour up to $18.50/hour depending on experience, with growth opportunity up to $19.50/hour....

Person In Charge Bakers City Oregon

  • Baker City, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Baker City, OR
  • 1 day ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: As a primary contact for Safeway customers, the Person In Charge (PIC) provides friendly, courteous, and helpful service. During the absence of the Store Manager and the First &...

Full Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items....

Baker

  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 2 days ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Damascus, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Damascus, OR
  • 2 days ago

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 cakes and...

Bakery Manager Aloha Oregon

  • Aloha, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Aloha, OR
  • 2 days ago

For Bakery: You bring 1 year or more of experience as a Baker....

Assistant Baker

  • Bend, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 2 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...

Bakery Manager

  • Corvallis, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Corvallis, OR
  • 2 days ago

Bakery Manager (Corvallis, OR, USA) Market of Choice image 1 of 1 compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Bakery Manager Market of Choice in Corvallis is now...

Cake Decorator - New Store Opening

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 2 days ago

decorating experience and open availability....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan, Teammate Discount Program Market of Choice in Eugene is now hiring! Can you think of a baker's dozen things to do...

Baker

  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Requirements One year of experience as a Baker in an institution, restaurant, hotel or commercial bakery....

Assistant Bakery Manager-New Store Opening

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 4 days ago

Market of Choice is excited to announce career opportunities at our new store at Reed's Crossing in Hillsboro! Can you think of a baker's dozen things to do with flour, sugar, eggs, and water?...

Bakery Cake Decorator-Full Time

  • Bend, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 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

  • Springfield, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, OR
  • 8 days ago

Our Bakers also have the secret ingredient for talking to their customers and take pride in what they are baking, making, and decorating....

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sour dough Breads by Master Baker
Sour Dough based Advance Breads by APCA Malaysia- An International Pastry & Culinary SchoolUnderstanding of sour dough is very important if you have to bake breads like a professional. This...
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...
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...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Oregon

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Oregon offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.0%
High School or GED
25.8%
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 Oregon
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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