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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Operations Support 2 Baker City, OR

  • Baker City, OR
  • 3 hours ago
  • Baker City, OR
  • 3 hours ago

Job Requisition ID : 22771 Travel Required : None Location(s) : SGS Retail - Baker City Country: United States **The J.R....

Morning Baker's Assistant

  • OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • OR
  • 21 hours ago

. * Reliability is paramount * Must have a driver's license Tasks: * Operating slicing machine * Panning up raw doughs * Packaging fully baked goods * Cleaning food preparation equipment Hours: Mon...

Night/Morning Baker

  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 hours ago

The night baker is responsible for finishing off mountains of beautiful morning pastry; proofing, brushing, baking, rolling, scooping, decorating, cutting... and more....

Bakery Manager Newberg Oregon

  • Newberg, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Newberg, OR
  • 21 hours ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Eugene, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 21 hours 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 pastries...

Baker

  • Sherwood, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sherwood, OR
  • 21 hours ago

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

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 1 day ago

decorating experience - Ability to handle stressful situations - Knowledge of basic math - Effective communication skills Desired - Second language: speaking, reading and/or writing...

Baker

  • Ashland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Ashland, OR
  • 2 days ago

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

Cake Decorator

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

Bakery Cake Decorator-Full Time

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

Bakers - Additional Shifts Added

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Bakers - Additional Shifts Added Portland Pet Food Company KITCHEN FULL-TIME 18.5/HR PORTLAND Portland Pet Food Company is now accepting applications for Bakers at our SE wholesale production facility...

Scratch Baker - NE Schuyler

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Bakers!...

Production Bread Baker

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Please only for this position if you have prior high volume bread baking experience. We offer healthcare, PTO and sick time and a fun and creative atmosp to work in,e join our team! ?...

Production Baker - evening shift - part time

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

leading NY style bagel maker, is looking for bakers to join our production team to produce our high quality, vegan, Kosher bagels for retail and wholesale customers....

Cafe Pastry Lead Baker

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 3 days ago

Cafe Pastry Lead Baker Grand Central Bakery - Hillsboro cafe View Business Details KITCHEN FULL-TIME 18.45/HR + TIPS HILLSBORO Do you have a passion for creating delicious sweets?...

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Advance level Venoisserie by Master Baker
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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
27.1%
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 Oregon
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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