Baker Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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Great American Restaurants

Bakery Manager

Great American Restaurants has an award-winning collection of 15 restaurants and 3 bakeries in Northern Virginia and Maryland offering fantastic cuisine and plenty of fun. We have been named a Top...

Cake Decorator

  • Reston, VA (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Bake, produce, and package baked goods Provide incredible customer service and answer customer questions in a timely manner Ensure fresh and appealing displays by keeping cases and aisles clean and...

Part Time Cake Decorator

  • Fulton, MD (21 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Fulton, MD (21 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

Remove baked goods from oven and place goods on cooling rack. Neatly decorate cakes and other bakery items and create party trays according to standards and customers? specifications....

Full Time Cake Decorator

  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Remove baked goods from oven and place goods on cooling rack. Neatly decorate cakes and other bakery items and create party trays according to standards and customers? specifications....

Baker

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview of Responsibilities At Sprouts Farmers Market, the Baker is responsible for preparing, baking, and packaging all baked goods....

Cake Decorator - Full Time

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 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...

Bakery Manager-Fort Washington

  • Fort Washington, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Washington, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days 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

  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Cake Decorating Primary Location... 610 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877-2527, United States of America...

Baker and Packager Associate

  • Waldorf, MD (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waldorf, MD (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 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,...

Full Time Cake Decorator- Oxon Hill

  • Oxon Hill, MD (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 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...

Bakery Manager-Herndon

  • Herndon, VA (16 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (16 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days 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...

Bakery Manager

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Bring the joy with us! As a Bakery Manager, you will contribute to the success of Sprinkles by managing bakery operations and personnel to create and maintain the Sprinkles Experience for our...

Cake Decorator

  • Annandale, VA (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Annandale, VA (7 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 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

  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Assistant baker and cake decorator

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details We are looking for a talented cake decorator and assistant baker to join our expanding business. 1 plus years of Professional cake decorating experience...

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Salary for Baker Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Highest Education Level

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


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