Baker Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Montrose Market -Alabama & Dunlavy Bakery - Food Service Rep - Part-Time H-E-B - 4.2 Houston, TX Job Details Part-time From $16.50 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Customer service Writing...

Houston 46 Bakery - Food Service Rep - Part-Time

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Friendswood, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 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,...

(USA) Cake Decorator

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 15800 South Fwy, Pearland, TX 77584-1834, United States of America...

Montrose Market -Alabama & Dunlavy Bakery - Baker/Fryer - Part-Time

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

As a Baker / Fryer, you'll apply proper baking techniques and maintain quality of products by following guidelines....

Clear Lake 02 Bakery - Cake Decorator - Part-Time

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Commissary- Baker 3

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Commissary- Baker 3 Commissary Under the Bakery Manager's supervision, a Baker prepares and bakes high volume bakery products using standardized recipes and performs other related preparation and sanitation...

Baker

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Being a promotional spokesperson for Saint Arnold; this is a part of everybody's job description Prepare dough for pizzas, buns, naan bread and other baked goods Bake buns, naan bread and other...

League City Bakery - Food Service Rep - Part-Time

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Baker 1-Store 037

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Baker 1-Store 037 Store 037 Houston Bellfort Under the Bakery Manager's supervision, a Baker prepares and bakes high volume bakery products using standardized recipes and performs other related preparation...

Katy Park Bakery - Cake Decorator - Full-Time (MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE & OPEN AVAILABILITY)

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Cake Decorator

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 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...

Clear Lake 01 Bakery - Food Service Rep - Part-Time

  • Webster, TX (20 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Webster, TX (20 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in...

Uncle Tetsu Baker Assistant

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago

For more information on Uncle Tetsu, visit uncletetsu-us.com The Baker Assistant is responsible for providing quality service to Guests, as well as providing all necessary support to the Baker and Person...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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