Baker Jobs in Mequon, WI

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.

1-15 of 26 Jobs

Bakery/Baker

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Cake Decorator

  • Oak Creek, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Managing cake decorating station to include preparing icing's and following all sanitation procedures....

Production Baker

  • Bay View, WI (17 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bay View, WI (17 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 3 days ago

TITLE: Bakery Production DEPARTMENT: Bakery STATUS: PT/FT, Union, Hourly REPORTS TO: Bakery Manager JOB SUMMARY: To ensure the highest level of service possible to Outpost’s internal and external...

Baker

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Bakers will perform their duties at their specific bakery-cafe(s), ensuring we are stocked with the delicious pastries and breads that define our brand....

Baker

  • Wauwatosa, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 6 days ago

You’ll prepare and create delicious baked goods while putting customer service at the heart of everything you do....

Cake Decorator

  • West Bend, WI (21 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Bend, WI (21 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Hourly Wage: $18 - $31 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 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,...

Cake Decorator

  • Grafton, WI (7 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grafton, WI (7 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: Cuts, fills and ices cakes. Decorates and writes messages on cakes using pastry bags and tips. Packages cakes for special order and back stock....

Baker

  • West Bend, WI (21 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Bend, WI (21 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 14 days ago

If you think you would be a legendary Baker, apply today!...

Baker

  • Greenfield, WI (15 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Greenfield, WI (15 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 17 days ago

Role Title Baker Manager Bakery Manager Job Summary The Baker will be responsible for modeling and promoting Sendiks culture by consistently providing best in class service to our guests....

2nd Shift Baker

  • Sussex, WI (15 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Sussex, WI (15 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 18 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Bakery Manager - Bayview

  • West Allis, WI (14 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (14 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 18 days ago

Position Overview The Bakery Manager is responsible for directing and supervising all functions and activities of Bakery Department personnel to achieve the sales and profit goals established for...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Wauwatosa, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (10 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 23 days ago

Minimum - Any retail experience - Any bakery/cake decorating experience - Ability to handle stressful situations - Knowledge of basic math - Effective communication skills Desired - Second language:...

Bakery/Baker

  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Franklin, WI (23 miles from Mequon, WI)
  • 23 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Mequon, WI
  • 24 days ago
  • Mequon, WI
  • 24 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Mequon, WI

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Basic Tart and Pie by Master Bakers
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Salary for Baker Jobs in Mequon, WI

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Highest Education Level

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


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