A baker prepares and bakes baked goods, such as bread, cakes, and pastries. They also decorate and finish the baked goods.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dough: Measure and mix ingredients, knead, cut, and shape dough
- Bake: Bake the dough in batches
- Decorate: Apply icing, glazes, fillings, and other decorations
- Ensure quality: Check the quality of ingredients and finished products
- Design recipes: Create new recipes or follow existing ones
- Manage production: Create production schedules to determine what and how much to produce
- Customer service: Greet customers, answer questions, and process orders
- Maintain cleanliness: Keep workstations and equipment clean and organized
Requirements
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
- Ability to monitor proving, cooking, and cooling times
- Ability to ensure baked goods are consistent in appearance