Baker Jobs in Nebraska

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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Bakery Manager-NE Washington

  • Washington, NE
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, NE
  • 11 hours ago

Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or relevant work history or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position Highly motivated and team oriented Minimum of one year as Baker...

Cake Decorator

  • Chadron, NE
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chadron, NE
  • 12 hours 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...

Senior Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Senior Baker at Sodexo, you are also a team player and food waste reducer....

(USA) Cake Decorator Full Time

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 13130 L St, Omaha, NE 68137-1866, United States of America...

Deli/Bakery Manager

  • Holdrege, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Holdrege, NE
  • 5 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker

  • Gretna, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Gretna, NE
  • 6 days ago

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities Orders supplies and merchandise items for the department (except cake decorating items) as directed by the bakery manager....

Manager, Bakery

  • Kearney, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 7 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Restaurant & Bakery Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 9 days ago

The Baker is responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of all bakery equipment, pans and utensils....

Baker

  • Blair, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Blair, NE
  • 14 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Blair, NE
  • 15 days ago
  • Blair, NE
  • 15 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

  • McCook, NE
  • 23 days ago
  • McCook, NE
  • 23 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

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 26 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 26 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...

Baker

  • Bellevue, NE
  • 28 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE
  • 28 days ago

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: BAKER Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you....

Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Performs all duties related to preparing and baking products that are consistent with WFM quality standards. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by...

Baker

  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 45+ days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Baker at Sodexo, you are also a team player and food waste reducer....

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Nebraska

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Highest Education Level

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


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