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Great Harvest Bread Co. & Cafe

Baker 2

Rochester, MN

$14 - $18/hr

Prepping goodies & sweets for following day * Cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment ... Bakery * Sandwich Line REQUIREMENTS ABOUT THE COMPANY Great Harvest Bread has been in Rochester for ...

Annie's Breads

Experienced Baker

Asheville, NC

We are a small but expanding bakery dedicated exclusively to high-quality bread production--no sweets, no distractions. Our team values craftsmanship, consistency, and a supportive, family-oriented ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Keene, NH)

Keene, NH · On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Amherst, MA)

Amherst, MA

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

KOLACHE FACTORY INC

Baker - Pearland

Pearland, TX · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

Early morning risers are needed to help bake and prepare our delicious kolaches and sweets. Cleaning dining area, ensuring the restaurant is well stocked, making coffee, and filling customer orders ...

Bagel Works

Baker

Albany, NY · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works ® is a growing regional chain of community ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Latham, NY)

Latham, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $20.50/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker - Hanover, NH

Hanover, NH

$13 - $17/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Portland, ME)

Portland, ME

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

KOLACHE FACTORY INC

Baker - Pearland

Pearland, TX

$11.50 - $15/hr

Early morning risers are needed to help bake and prepare our delicious kolaches and sweets. Cleaning dining area, ensuring the restaurant is well stocked, making coffee, and filling customer orders ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Lebanon, NH)

Colebrook, NH

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Concord, NH)

Concord, NH · On-site

$13 - $17/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Baker (Durham, NH)

Durham, NH

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Description Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional chain of ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

The Works Bakery Cafe

Weekend Baker (Durham, NH)

Durham, NH · On-site

$12.75 - $16.75/hr

Description Weekend Baker ( "early-bird" on the oven ) About us: The Works is a growing regional ... baked sweets and more...Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for sweets baker 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.

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To thrive as a Sweets Baker, you need expertise in pastry techniques, recipe development, and food safety, often supported by culinary training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with commercial baking equipment, kitchen management systems, and adherence to health codes is crucial. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong time management are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure consistent product quality, efficient operations, and the ability to delight customers with innovative confections.

What are some common challenges Sweets Bakers face when working in a high-volume bakery environment?

Sweets Bakers in high-volume settings often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality while meeting tight deadlines and handling large production batches. Managing time efficiently and coordinating with other team members, like pastry chefs and kitchen assistants, is crucial for smooth workflow. Additionally, adapting to sudden changes in orders or special requests requires flexibility and strong problem-solving skills. These challenges can be rewarding, as they help bakers develop expertise in organization, teamwork, and quality control.

What are Sweets Bakers?

Sweets Bakers are culinary professionals who specialize in creating a variety of sweet baked goods such as cakes, cookies, pastries, and desserts. They combine ingredients, follow recipes, and use baking techniques to produce high-quality confections. Sweets Bakers often work in bakeries, restaurants, hotels, or run their own businesses. Their role may also involve decorating desserts, developing new recipes, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Attention to detail, creativity, and precision are essential skills for success in this field.
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Infographic showing various Sweets Baker job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 80% Physical, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $30,993 per year, or $14.9 per hour.
Baker's Assistant (5:30am - 1:30pm)

Baker's Assistant (5:30am - 1:30pm)

Great Harvest Bread Co

Anchorage, AK

$14/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Great Harvest Bread Co. - Anchorage is looking for energetic early birds who are motivated, fun loving, high energy people to help bake fresh bread and sweets, provide top-notch customer service, and keep the bakery spotless!


Job responsibilities include being able to multitask, work efficiently, quickly and independently, being able to stand for long hours and being able to lift up to 50-60lbs. In addition, other job tasks include kneading bread, preparing ingredients for various baked goods, cleaning, and having attention to detail. Baking is fun and rewarding but is also very physical! Our goal is to provide exceptional customer service and delicious baked goods—all made by scratch daily.


Dependability is required for the position. Starting $14/hour plus tips.


Must be available to work Saturdays and holidays. Part-time and Full-time production positions available. Food service experience would be a plus, but not necessary.  


REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to understand and follow directions from others.
  • Ability to read recipes and memorize and replicate food production procedures.
  • Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.
  • Skill and coordination with kitchen utensils and equipment.

ABOUT THE COMPANY