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Baker Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

BAKER

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$18.17 - $20.44/hr

Bakers are responsible for procuring ingredients, scaling, preparing, and finishing in accordance with standardized procedures. He/she reports to the First Baker and the Pastry Chef. He/she is ...

BAKER

Albuquerque, NM

$18.17 - $20.44/hr

Bakers are responsible for procuring ingredients, scaling, preparing, and finishing in accordance with standardized procedures. He/she reports to the First Baker and the Pastry Chef. He/she is ...

baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$12.50 - $16.50/hr

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries. Our Bakers arrive early (as early as 3AM) turn on a podcast or their favorite band and take care of what makes us who we are ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$12.50 - $16.50/hr

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries. Our Bakers arrive early (as early as 3AM) turn on a podcast or their favorite band and take care of what makes us who we are ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$12.50 - $16.50/hr

The baker is first in our hearts and the first ones in our bakeries. Our Bakers arrive early (as early as 3AM) turn on a podcast or their favorite band and take care of what makes us who we are ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM

$12.50 - $16.50/hr

As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy desserts and decorating ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$15 - $21/hr

As a Baker, you will be passionate about baking, quality and creating deliciousdesserts! Our ideal candidate will help to achieve our mission to bring expertly crafted bakedand brewed goods to our ...

Under the Bakery Manager's supervision, a Baker prepares and bakes high volume bakery products using standardized recipes and performs other related preparation and sanitation duties as required.

Deli Baker/Cook

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$17.41 - $20.15/hr

The Deli Baker/Cook also ensures the department maintains its cleanliness, safety and appeal to customers (may also assist other departments in these areas on occasions). Most importantly, the Deli ...

Baker

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy desserts and decorating ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy desserts and decorating ...

Baker

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$11.75 - $15.25/hr

As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy desserts and decorating ...

Baker

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$11.75 - $15.50/hr

As a Baker, no one day is ever the same. To truly be successful in the position, you will be passionate about baking breads, cookies, and pastries, as well as producing fancy desserts and decorating ...

We are looking to hire Bakers to join our team of positive, energetic employees who are passionate about the Dunkin' Brand and delivering exceptional customer service. Various shift options are ...

Baker Needed - Night Shift

Bernalillo, NM · On-site

$12.50 - $16.50/hr

We are looking to hire Bakers to join our team of positive, energetic employees who are passionate about the Dunkin' Brand and delivering exceptional customer service. Various shift options are ...

Team / Crew Members / bakers are the foundation of what keeps the store and America running. We are looking to hire Bakers to join our team of positive, energetic employees who are passionate about ...

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How much do baker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for baker in Rio Rancho, NM is $14.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Baker vs Pastry Chef?

AspectBakerPastry Chef
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; baking certificationsSame as Baker, often with culinary or pastry-specific training
Work EnvironmentBakery, grocery stores, cafesUpscale restaurants, pastry shops, hotels
Job FocusBread, rolls, basic baked goodsDecorative pastries, desserts, elaborate baked items
Industry UsageCommon in retail and commercial bakeriesCommon in culinary and hospitality sectors

While both Bakers and Pastry Chefs work with baked goods, Bakers typically focus on bread and basic baked items in retail settings, whereas Pastry Chefs specialize in decorative and elaborate desserts in upscale culinary environments. The roles overlap in skills and credentials but differ in complexity and work environment.

What is a baker?

A baker makes baked goods for a living. Delicacies include bread, pies, pastries, cakes, and cookies. Bakers may work for small boutique bakeries or large retail corporations. As a baker, you mix and bake a variety of breads or sweets, depending on your clientele or company needs, manage and store ingredients, and operate and maintain kitchen equipment (such as mixers and ovens). Some bakers develop new recipes for specialty treats; others bake mass-produced confections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a baker?

To thrive as a Baker, you need a solid understanding of baking techniques, ingredient handling, and food safety, often supported by a culinary arts degree or vocational training. Familiarity with commercial baking equipment, dough mixers, ovens, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and creativity are soft skills that help bakers produce high-quality products and adapt recipes as needed. These skills and qualities ensure consistent product quality, efficient operations, and customer satisfaction in a demanding bakery environment.

What are some common challenges bakers face in maintaining product consistency, and how can these be addressed?

Bakers often face challenges in maintaining product consistency due to factors like ingredient variability, changes in temperature or humidity, and equipment differences. To address these, many bakeries implement standardized recipes, precise measuring tools, and regular equipment calibration. Communication within the baking team is also essential to ensure everyone follows the same procedures. Continuous training and quality checks help bakers quickly identify and correct inconsistencies, ensuring a consistently high-quality product for customers.
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Infographic showing various Baker job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $29,152 per year, or $14 per hour.

$18.17 - $20.44/hr

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Job description

Position Summary
The Baker is responsible for delivering products of the highest quality in terms of freshness, taste, and consistency. Bakers are responsible for procuring ingredients, scaling, preparing, and finishing in accordance with standardized procedures. He/she reports to the First Baker and the Pastry Chef. He/she is responsible for following all standardized procedures, safety regulations, and notifying the Pastry Chef or First Baker of any shortages, or discrepancies in products or ingredients. The Baker is responsible for always keeping their immediate work area clean.
Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Convert formulas as necessary to meet production needs based on changing quantities.
  2. Participation in daily stand-up meetings to ensure that property communication is understood.
  3. Timely completion of computer assisted training as required.
  4. Prepare items to established par levels for daily production.
  5. Ensure all ingredients are always fresh.
  6. Ensure proper temperature requirements are maintained and accurate temperature logs are kept.
  7. Performs activities to maintain cleanliness of the kitchen.
  8. Maintain the highest standard of personal hygiene and comply with property appearance standards.
  9. Ensure that health and safety regulations are maintained.
  10. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
  11. Ensure quality of all food items leaving the bakery for customer consumption.
  12. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

Additional Responsibilities
  1. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned

Key Performance Indicators
This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) identified as a measurement of success. KPI's will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI's as part of the performance review process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Ability to follow instructions.
  2. Ability to convert standard formulas to adjust quantities.
  3. Exhibiting a strong commitment to the organization.
  4. Moderate physical activity requires the handling of an average weight object up 25 pounds and standing and/or walking for more than four hours a day.
  5. Ability to deal effectively with the public and casino staff.
  6. Ability to make basic arithmetic calculations.
  7. Knowledge of minimum temperature requirements for food/drink preservation.
  8. Knowledge of Tribal, Federal, State and local sanitary regulations regarding the preparation, maintenance, storage and sales of food products.
  9. Knowledge of all basic pastry techniques and skills
  10. Knowledge of basic equipment including:
  11. Balance scales, mixers, and ovens
  12. Comprehensive understanding of pastry principles, including formulas and measurement
  13. Knowledge and preparation and production of goods.
  14. Knowledge of basic baking recipes and ability to consistently follow standardized recipes.
  15. Thorough comprehension of starches, fats, sugars, liquids, eggs, and flavorings
  16. Ability to prepare candies, petit fours, frozen and cold desserts.
  17. Ability to decorate, portion, and plate pastries
  18. Ability to lift and carry at least 40 lbs. at one time.

Education and Experience
Required:
  1. High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
  2. One (1) year of experience in high volume hotel/restaurant or food service capacity in the production of pastries, desserts and baked goods.

Preferred:
  1. Culinary School: Two (2) to four (4) year degree or Foreign Equivalency.

License/Certifications/Registrations
  1. Must successfully complete a New Mexico Food Handlers Course within 30 days of hire date.
  2. Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation.
  3. Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The following selected physical activities are required to perform the essential functions of this position
Physical Requirement
Description
Seeing
The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.
Walking
Job requirements include, in the performance of duties, walking throughout the work area, on various work surfaces throughout internal or external locations.
Sitting
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Standing
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Stooping
Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Talking
Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Working Conditions Required:
  1. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Outdoor work is subject to extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
  2. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
  3. Work hours are subject to change with overtime work required.
  4. Subject to hazards, which may cause personal bodily harm, smoke, common colds, influenza, dust, odors and elevated noise levels.

  1. Tasks may be performed on uneven, inclined, hard and soft-carpeted floors, outdoor surfaces, cement structures and surfaces.
  2. Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
  3. Duties may involve walking, standing for long periods of time, sitting and crouching.
  4. Specifically required movements include the following:
  • Trunk - bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, and carry
  • Arms - reach, carry, lift, twist, and rotate
  • Legs - lift, push, pull, twist, and rotate
  • Hands - Grasp, manipulate bilateral coordination, hand and eye coordination,

and overall and finger dexterity.

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