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Gianteagle

Apprentice Baker

Washington, DC · On-site

You are creative with cuisine and love to help others foster their own creativity. An interest in ... Our Bakers are the cream of the crop and must ensure that each guest discovers the pleasure of ...

Gianteagle

Experienced Baker

Washington, DC · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Job Summary Our Baker is a key player in making sure our Bakery products look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll be responsible for using the best ...

Nothing Bundt Cakes #192

Assistant Baker

Dulles, VA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

At Nothing Bundt Cakes , the Assistant Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the craft, you are able to support the Bakery because you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive for ...

Gianteagle

Experienced Baker

Washington, DC · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Job Summary Our Baker is a key player in making sure our Bakery products look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll be responsible for using the best ...

Nothing Bundt Cakes #192

Assistant Baker

Dulles, VA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

At Nothing Bundt Cakes , the Assistant Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the craft, you are able to support the Bakery because you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive for ...

maman | old town

Baker

Alexandria, VA

$16 - $17/hr

Maman - Baker maman is a cafe-bakery-kitchen-event-catering company founded in 2014 by owners Elisa ... We all like to switch it up and help out with any position on the floor. We truly believe team work ...

Nothing Bundt Cakes #192

Baker-Full Time

Dulles, VA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

At Nothing Bundt Cakes , the Assistant Baker is at the heart of it all. Dedicated to perfecting the craft, you are able to support the Bakery because you see beauty in raw ingredients and strive for ...

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Team Member/Baker

Columbia, MD · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... helping make every celebration sweeter! Each bakery offers a warm and welcoming work environment with team members who embody this joy-filled brand and possess a Servant's Heart, the Spirit of a ...

Paris Baguette

Baker or Sandwich Makers

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Our ideal candidate will help to achieve our mission to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods to our guests through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone.

Crumbl Cookies

Baker

Clarksville, MD

$14 - $16/hr

OF COURSE! Crumbl is the nation's fastest-growing cookie company and we need YOU to help us ... Baker Responsibilities: * Read and understand Crumbl recipes * Measure and combine ingredients ...

Wegmans Food Markets

Overnight Baker

Sterling, VA · On-site

$19 - $19.50/hr

As a Baker, you'll work with the overnight team to support the Bakery Department's daytime operations by producing and ensuring the freshest bakery items are available for our customers. If you have ...

Texas Roadhouse

Baker

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

As a Baker your responsibilities would include: * Following proper sanitation guidelines * Preparing food that is up to Texas Roadhouse standards * Baking our famous fresh baked bread * Exhibiting ...

Texas Roadhouse

Baker

Manassas, VA · On-site

$16 - $23/hr

As a Baker your responsibilities would include: * Following proper sanitation guidelines * Preparing food that is up to Texas Roadhouse standards * Baking our famous fresh baked bread * Exhibiting ...

Crumbl

Baker

Clarksville, MD · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

OF COURSE! Crumbl is the nation's fastest-growing cookie company and we need YOU to help us ... Baker Responsibilities: * Read and understand Crumbl recipes * Measure and combine ingredients ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for baker helper in Washington is $17.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $18.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a baker helper?

Baker Helpers assist bakers with the preparation, baking, and packaging of baked goods such as bread, pastries, and cakes. Their duties often include measuring and mixing ingredients, cleaning work areas, and operating baking equipment under supervision. They play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of bakeries by supporting bakers with routine tasks and maintaining hygiene standards. Baker Helpers may also help with inventory, stocking supplies, and sometimes serving customers.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a baker helper?

To thrive as a Baker Helper, you need basic knowledge of baking techniques, food safety standards, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, mixers, ovens, and adherence to sanitation protocols is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions are essential soft skills for this role. These skills ensure consistent product quality, safe food handling, and efficient support for bakers in a busy kitchen environment.

What challenges do baker helpers face in a busy bakery?

Baker Helpers often work in fast-paced environments where maintaining efficiency and consistency is crucial. Common challenges include managing time effectively during early morning shifts, handling multiple tasks such as measuring ingredients and cleaning equipment, and adapting to varying production demands. Clear communication with bakers and other team members is essential to ensure smooth workflow, especially during peak hours. Over time, Baker Helpers develop strong multitasking and organizational skills that are valuable for career advancement within the bakery industry.

What is the difference between Baker Helper vs Baker Apprentice?

AspectBaker HelperBaker Apprentice
CredentialsTypically no formal certification requiredOften requires on-the-job training, some may pursue certifications
Work EnvironmentAssist in bakery operations, often in retail or commercial bakeriesLearn baking techniques, work alongside experienced bakers
Job RolePerform basic tasks like mixing, cleaning, and prep workDevelop baking skills, gradually take on more complex tasks

The main difference between a Baker Helper and a Baker Apprentice is that a Baker Helper performs basic support tasks without formal training, while a Baker Apprentice is in a learning phase, gaining skills and experience under supervision. Apprentices often work towards certifications and develop more advanced baking abilities over time.

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Apprentice Baker

Gianteagle

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Giant Eagle rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 721 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 124 rated grocery stores

Job description

Job Summary

Our Apprentice Baker is a key player in making sure our pastries look and taste amazing. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service, you'll assist in creating beautiful and delicious art for our guests and provide the sweets that will be the hit of their parties. Other key responsibilities include producing quality bakery products to ensure customer requirements are met and building customer loyalty by providing exemplary customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to learn all aspects of the Bakery Department including Clerk functions and Cake Decorator functions. You'll also focus on baker duties for someone with minimal or no retail decorating experience. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player. You know that you are only successful when those around you are set up for success. You are eager to support an amazing team, have the drive to grow your career in leadership and have the ability to inspire those around you. You are creative with cuisine and love to help others foster their own creativity. An interest in food doesn't quite scratch the surface for you - you're passionate about the business, the trends and what makes customers tick. You have culinary vision beyond a simple "what's for dinner?" and every opportunity to connect with people is an opportunity for you exchange ideas and learn tricks of the trade. Our Bakers are the cream of the crop and must ensure that each guest discovers the pleasure of tasting incredible food and our passion for providing it at every turn.

Job Description

Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
Experience Desired: Prior experience working in Bakery or related industry
Education Desired: No High School diploma required
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age
Job Responsibilities
  • Perform bench work according to established scratch procedures when necessary.
  • Prepare product and form product to specifications as required according to scratch recipes.
  • Bake prepared product using appropriate time and temperature as specified by recipe.
  • Properly insert products into proof box, set controls, and close door to ensure proper size and shape of product.
  • Prepare and fry donuts according to established procedures.
  • Insert products into and retrieve products from the freezer to preserve freshness.
  • Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques and provide active sampling when appropriate.
  • Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products.
  • Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers and ensuring they are able to locate the products they are looking for. Bakery Team Members are also expected to have sufficient knowledge to answer questions and make suggestions to our customers.
  • Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment.
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor, department work area, including the back room, coolers and freezers, to ensure that safety and sanitation regulations are met.
  • Bake prepared and scratch product for the Bakery cases and displays, rotating product and ensuring code dating procedures are followed and only the freshest product is available for sale.
  • Maintain proper safety and sanitation methods, emergency procedures, cleanups, steritech, proper lifting and housekeeping to ensure department standards are met.
  • Accurately record special orders on Bakery products to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product.
  • Understand all the ingredients and purpose of each used in manufacturing scratch baked goods.
  • Assemble necessary baking ingredients to prepare for baking operation including all scratch recipes.
  • Assist in maintaining bakery backroom, cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries.
  • Assist in other areas as required.

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At Giant Eagle Inc., we're more than just food, fuel and convenience. We're one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It's why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top work places for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. From our Warehouses to our GetGo's, our grocery Stores through our Corporate home office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We're always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.

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Pittsburgh, PA, US

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