Baker Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 2 days ago

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

Part Time Cake Decorator - Floater - Northern CO

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Organize and clean cake decorating area and freezer or cooler. Read various sales and production reports. Adhere to uniform and grooming policy as defined within company policy....

Head Baker - Part Time - Floater Northern CO

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 3 days ago

PURPOSE: As a Head Baker, no one day is ever the same at Albertsons Safeway....

Baker

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 5 days ago

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

Cake Decorator

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 19 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...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Milliken, CO (23 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Milliken, CO (23 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 23 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,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 29 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 29 days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes and organization? Our Bakery/Packager associates prepare fresh baked items daily for our members...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

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

Overnight Baker

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

OVERNIGHT BAKER FORT COLLINS, CO Do you love going out for donuts and coffee in the morning? LaMar's Donuts is now hiring full-time Bakers!...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Fort Collins, CO 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 Fort Collins, CO
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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