Baker Jobs in Wisconsin

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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2nd Shift Baker

  • Pewaukee, WI
  • 19 hours ago
  • Pewaukee, WI
  • 19 hours ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Portage, WI
  • 22 hours ago
  • Portage, WI
  • 22 hours 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...

Bakery/Baker

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

Location: Madison, US-WI Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent BAKERY/BAKER Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service....

Bakery/Baker

  • Plymouth, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, WI
  • 1 day ago

Location: Plymouth, US-WI Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent BAKERY/BAKER Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service....

Cake Decorator

  • WI
  • 1 day ago
  • WI
  • 1 day ago

Reports To: Bakery Manager Do you have a passion for creativity and a knack for adding a touch of artistry to baked goods?...

Cake Decorator II (Full-Time)

  • Wausau, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 1 day ago

Supply Management: Maintain adequate levels of supplies in the cake decorating area, replenishing packaging, icing, decorative accents, and other necessary items....

Level 5 Donuts is hiring a Bakery Manager

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

Job details include overseeing the production, glazing, and decorating of various donuts and pastries. Making cakes, pie doughs, cookies, and other toppings made from scratch....

Baker

  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 1 day 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....

Now Hiring - Baker Production

  • Howard, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, WI
  • 1 day ago

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

Experienced Assistant Baker M-W

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago

Experienced Baker with attention to detail. This is for the individual who is looking for a PT position, roughly 25-30 hrs/week M, T & W. We are a family operation, not with a storefront....

Bakery/Baker

  • Rothschild, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Rothschild, 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...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 3 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

  • Wales, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Wales, 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...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Mequon, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Mequon, WI
  • 4 days ago

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

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 5 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,...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Wisconsin

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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