Baker Jobs in South Carolina

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 Lexington SC

  • Lexington, SC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 9 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...

Cake Decorator PT Summerville SC

  • Summerville, SC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 9 hours 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 (get paid weekly or opt in Daily Pay!), flexible schedules,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Bluffton, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 1 day 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

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager....

FT Cake Decorator

  • York, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • York, SC
  • 2 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 445651 Address: USA-SC-York-1095 Filbert Highway Store Code: Store 02830 Deli (7237749) Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh...

Lead Baker - Bread and Pastry

  • Bluffton, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 2 days ago

We prepare European and innovative breads, desserts and pastries and we're on the hunt for an energetic, enthusiastic baker to lead our team....

Baker PT

  • Greenville, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 3 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....

PT Cake Decorator

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 4 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 444375 Address: USA-SC-Myrtle Beach-1430 South Kings Hwy Store Code: Store 01468 Deli (7224511) Food Lion has been providing an easy,...

Part Time Baker

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 4 days 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 I (PM Shift)

  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 5 days ago

Assist Production Manager, Head Baker and other bakers in operating baking machinery to produce baked goods (i.e. ovens, slicing machine, wrapping machine, etc.)....

Cake Decorator

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 6 days ago

Hourly Wage: **$17 - $30 per/hour** *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Johns Island, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Johns Island, SC
  • 7 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....

Full Time Baker

  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC
  • 7 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,...

Bench - Deli/Bakery Manager

  • Clearwater, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Clearwater, SC
  • 7 days ago

Come grow with grocery at Kjs Market! Were not like other grocery stores We Create Smiles! Plus, were family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create smiles, share...

Deli/Bakery Manager

  • Oswego, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Oswego, SC
  • 8 days ago

Overview Come grow with grocery at IGA Southest! We're not like other grocery stores - We Create Smiles! Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Baker Jobs in South Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in South Carolina offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.1%
High School or GED
25.5%
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 South Carolina
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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