Baker Jobs in Washington

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/Cake Decorator

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Minimum - Any retail experience - Any bakery/cake decorating experience - Ability to handle stressful situations - Knowledge of basic math - Effective communication skills Desired - Second language:...

Full Time Cake Decorator-SE Washington

  • WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • WA
  • 11 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...

Cake Decorator

  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 11 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...

1563 Bakery Manager

  • Renton, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Skills and Physical Requirements: Requires working knowledge of all job duties including Cake Decorator, Baker, and Sales Associate, and performs those job duties as required....

Baker

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 12 hours ago

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

Tortilla Baker

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 2 days ago

Earn up to $ 19/ hour with tips! Stop in for an in-person interview from 2-4:30PM daily! Askfor the manager. Cafe Rio is looking to hire energetic TeamMembers to join our #caferiofamily. We have...

Bakery/Cake Decorator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Any retail experience Any bakery/cake decorating experience Ability to handle stressful situations Knowledge of basic math Effective communication skills Desired Second language: speaking, reading...

Bakery Manager

  • Anacortes, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Anacortes, WA
  • 2 days ago

Join our team as our Bakery Manager! Are you passionate about creating delicious baked goods and leading a team in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to be part of a supportive workplace with...

Baker

  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 days ago

The Baker embodies NbC core values and demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence and efficiency in the workplace....

Full Time Bakery Cake Decorator

  • Redmond, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 4 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...

Assistant Baker

  • Arlington, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, WA
  • 6 days ago

Must have experience in high volume scratch baking, laminated doughs, cake and cake decorating, and fine pastries. Must be highly detail oriented, punctual, and reliable....

Baker

  • Airway Heights, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Airway Heights, WA
  • 6 days ago

Baker Airway Heights, WA Wage Range: $16.70 to $21.75 - depending on experience with provable hours and/or work sample Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - 100% Company paid DailyPay - Employee's...

Cake Decorator

  • Redmond, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 6 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 pastries...

Baker, Brioche Donut Shop Part time or Full Time 28-36 hrs/week

  • Issaquah, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA
  • 6 days ago

We have a small but well appointed bakers kitchen. Currently a team of 4-5. Were looking for additional bakers to help meet the amazing demand for our products....

Assistant Baker

  • Tukwila, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 8 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Assistant Baker partners with the Baker to ensure that cakes of the highest quality are consistently created for our guests and contributes to superior service by meeting...

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Advance level Venoisserie by Master Baker
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Salary for Baker Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

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


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