Baker Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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 (full or part time)

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 hour ago

The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace....

Bread Baker

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for bread bakers with a positive, team-oriented attitude for high-volume production of quality breads made with fresh milled whole grain flours....

Baker

  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Baker

  • Collegeville, PA (21 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (21 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY....

Bakery Manager - Nothing Bundt Cakes

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Bakery Manager keeps the...

Assistant Baker

  • Collegeville, PA (21 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (21 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 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...

Cake Decorator FT Daytime and Weekend availability

  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorator FT Daytime and Weekend availability Full Time - 40 hours Newtown, PA, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1550 Salary Range: $15.00 To $19.00 Hourly Job Summary: Some Bakery or Decorating...

Baker

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

The required experience must include baked goods preparation, inventory management, catering support, customer service and equipment maintenance....

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Montgomeryville, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montgomeryville, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

FT Assistant Manager Bakery - Northeast Philadelphia, store 6562

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Package and wrap baked goods, print labels, label baked goods, clean display cases, and put fresh goods into cases....

Bakery Manager

  • Montgomeryville, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Montgomeryville, PA (19 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 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...

Bakery Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

The Fresh Market & You: Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission. Our...

Baker

  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Media, PA (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

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

PT Cake Decorator Bakery Associate - 6095

  • Southampton, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Southampton, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

. • Assemble and mix ingredients, place mix on trays, put trays in racks, push racks to oven, and bake goods. • Package and wrap baked goods, print labels, label baked goods, clean display cases, and...

PT Cake Decorator - 6329

  • Lansdowne, PA (5 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansdowne, PA (5 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Store Positions Job Requisition: 428779 Address: USA-PA-Lansdowne-300 East Baltimore Ave Store Code: GC - Store Mgrs (2600532) At The GIANT Company we're...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Highest Education Level

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


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