baker

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work Setting

• Bake shop

Tasks

• Requisition or order materials, equipment, and supplies
• Bake mixed dough and batters
• Train staff in preparation, cooking, and handling of food
• Prepare special orders
• Supervise baking personnel and kitchen staff
• Frost and decorate cakes and baked goods
• Draw up production schedules
• Ensure that the quality of products meets established standards
• Inspect kitchen and food service areas
• Operate machinery
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Order supplies and equipment
• Manage kitchen operations
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Breads and rolls
• Desserts and pastries
• Wedding and specialty cakes
• Donuts and muffins

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities