Baker Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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 II

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago

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

FT Cake Decorator (Durham)

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Cake Decorator Location: Durham, NC Description: A Cake Decorator at Carlie Cs IGA realizes that providing prompt and friendly customer service is priority #1. Being courteous and cooperative with...

Assistant Baker

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Works well with baker and being apart of a team, seeking someone who is punctual, responsible, mature, and reliable. We are closed on Sundays!...

Bakery Manager

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 6 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Bakery Manager/Lead Operator directs the team and day-to-day operation, which includes all aspects of the guest experience, cake production, brand and merchandise...

Baker

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 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....

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 7 days ago

FT Assistant Deli Bakery Manager Posting Date: 04/10/2025 Location: Morrisville, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 426828 Address: USA-NC-Morrisville-9567 Chapel...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 8 days ago

This is a part time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 9 days ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level...

PT Cake Decorator

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

PT Cake Decorator Posting Date: 01/14/2025 Location: Durham, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 412504 Address: USA-NC-Durham-3808 Guess Rd. Store Code: Store 00420...

FT Cake Decorator

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

FT Cake Decorator Posting Date: 02/09/2025 Location: Durham, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 416644 Address: USA-NC-Durham-3808 Guess Rd. Store Code: Store 00420...

Baker

  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Apex, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Our production depends on the baker Self-motivator Clean and Organized....

Part Time Baker

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 18 days ago

This is a part time position. Responsible for baking products according to standards and processing/packaging/stocking Fresh Foods products according to Fresh Foods Standards, cleaning work areas,...

Assistant Bakery Manager

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 18 days 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

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes Baker ensures that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests....

Bakery Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 30+ 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 Chapel Hill, NC

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bakers in Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC
Less than 1 year
62.9%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
15.6%
1-2 years
5.1%


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