Baker Jobs in Berkeley, CA

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 needed at CoffeeShop, Dogpatch.

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Are you a skilled baker with a passion for crafting exceptional laminated pastries? We're looking for a talented individual to join our team at our coffee shop in San Francisco!...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Baker

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (11 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (11 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Cake Decorator - Part Time

  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Baker

  • Berkeley, CA (1 mile from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (1 mile from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries....

Baker Position - Baking in the Electric Oven

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Follow traditional pastry-making techniques while adapting to our unique process. Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to keep up with demand....

Baker

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 5 days ago

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries....

Baker II

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries....

Baker

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Making Professionalism Scratch Baking Taking Direction and Feedback Portioning Safety and Sanitation Work Independently Bread Baking Cleanliness Creativity High Volume Baking Organization Physical...

Assistant Baker

  • Millbrae, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Millbrae, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 days ago

At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Assistant Baker is at the heart of it all....

Part Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...

Baker

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Other members of the team usually assist, and the baker takes the lead. Dough production including mise en place for doughs....

Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 17 days ago

As a Bakery Decorator, you'll be responsible for all duties related to creating and decorating cakes, tarts, pastries, and special-order items. You'll use your artistic talents to build and finish...

Demographic Data for Berkeley, CA

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Baker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Laminated Pastries and rich dough are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 9 world class laminated pastries and rich...
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Salary for Baker Jobs in Berkeley, CA

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Highest Education Level

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


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