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King Arthur Baking Company

Cafe Associate I

Norwich, VT · On-site

$18.04 - $18.56/hr

King Arthur Baking Company has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790. Headquartered in Norwich ... Essential duties and responsibilities * Greets and acknowledges customers when they approach the ...

King Arthur Baking Company

Cafe Associate I

Norwich, VT · On-site

$18.04 - $18.56/hr

King Arthur Baking Company has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790. Headquartered in Norwich ... Essential duties and responsibilities * Greets and acknowledges customers when they approach the ...

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How much do essential baking jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for essential baking in the United States is $14.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Essential Baking vs Pastry Chef?

AspectEssential BakingPastry Chef
CredentialsBasic baking certifications or culinary trainingAdvanced culinary certifications, pastry-specific training
Work EnvironmentBakery, grocery store, or food productionUpscale restaurants, bakeries, hotels
Job FocusPreparing baked goods like bread, cookies, muffinsCreating intricate pastries, desserts, artistic confections
Industry UsageCommonly used in retail and mass productionUsed in fine dining and specialty pastry shops

Essential Baking involves preparing basic baked goods in various settings, often with standard recipes. Pastry Chefs focus on crafting elaborate pastries and desserts, often requiring advanced skills and creativity. While both roles involve baking, Essential Baking is more about foundational skills, whereas Pastry Chefs specialize in artistic and complex pastry work.

What are some essentials for baking?

Essential baking tools include measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, a whisk or electric mixer, baking pans, and a rolling pin. Basic ingredients such as flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract are also necessary. Having a reliable oven and understanding temperature control are important for consistent results.

What do I need to work at an essential baking bakery?

To work as a baker in an essential baking bakery, you typically need basic baking skills, a good understanding of food safety and sanitation standards, and sometimes a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with baking equipment and recipes is often preferred, and some positions may require food handler certifications. Flexibility with work hours, including early mornings or weekends, is also common.
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Infographic showing various Essential Baking job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $30,993 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Baking Soda Packaging Mechanic, Weekend Nights

Old Fort, OH • On-site

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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$32.19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Church & Dwight rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

117th of 547 rated manufacturers

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.
We're a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.
Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.
United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
  • Baking Soda Packaging Mechanic working Shift 1010: Thursday: 3:00pm- 11:30pm; Friday & Saturday 7:00pm-7:30am; Sunday 7:00pm-3:30am
  • The hourly wage for this position is $32.19 plus shift premium once training sign off has been completed.

Come join our Old Fort, OH facility where we manufacture products such as A&H Baking Soda, A&H Cat Litter, and A&H Unit Dose Detergent!
ROLE SUMMARY:
Maintains, times and repairs high speed packaging equipment while maximizing production requirements that meets/exceeds manufacturing specifications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*denotes essential job functions):
  • Multi-skilled with strong mechanical aptitude and abilities and a solid electrical background. Must have a basic proficiency in welding and machining (lathe, mill, drill press, band saw).
  • Must be able to read mechanical and electrical blueprints.
  • Troubleshoots, adjusts, times, and makes all repairs to packaging department equipment - Pack lines, palletizer, stretch wrappers, and all raw materials conveying equipment - with minimal downtime.
  • Work with regulated products to meet GFSI and FDA standards.
  • Understands and adheres to all plant food safety programs and basic HACCP principles
  • Preventive maintenance on all packaging equipment.
  • Fabricates stock parts for the packaging equipment as needed.
  • Repairs/rebuilds motors, brakes, pumps etc. when necessary.
  • Tracks electrical problems on all equipment including the PLC's.
  • Performs machine change overs and sets-up all baking soda packaging lines to ensure vertical startups for increased production
  • Assist in meeting high quality standards and production quotas in the Packaging Department.
  • Subject to overtime as needed to meet production demands
  • Work any shift during the week as well as weekends in Baking Soda Department.
  • Must be self-starting/can work without direction.
  • Use safe operating procedures and judgment including Lock Out Tag Procedures specified by Old Fort Facility.
  • Elevates any conflicts in the production schedule, performance, or quality issues to the appropriate parties
  • Maintains a clean and safe operating area by following 5S program to include, sweeping the floor, dumping the trash, and removing extraneous items
  • Support other department functions as necessary
  • Performs other tasks as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum of a High School Diploma / GED is required
  • Minimum two years Mechanical Experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Use safe operating procedures and judgment
  • Follow all facility rules to maintain quality and integrity of both raw materials and finished products
  • Lift 50 pounds consistently

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/

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