• Planning the sequence of tasks in order to produce quality goods that people will want to buy
• Calculating raw product requirements to meet production demand
• Ensuring baked goods are produced according to schedule to meet customer demand
• Performing job duties carefully, with attention to detail; observing proper hygiene practices
• Safely operating equipment including conventional ovens, microwaves, food processors, and high-tech equipment
• Keeping up with changes, trends, and customer preferences for baked goods (ie. organic products)
• Overseeing sale and merchandising of baked goods
• Hiring, supervising, and training new staff

• Secondary school diploma with math credits; food preparation experience is an asset
• Hospitality and Tourism Specialist High Skills Major program an asset
• Completion of a 5,280-hour apprenticeship, plus two 12-week in-school sessions

• Full or part-time; sometimes in shifts and during irregular hours
• May supervise department staff, train new hires, or schedule production
• Use of robotics and specialized mechanical equipment has led to some job loss, but anticipated that specialty bakeshops will continue to expand
• Employers include bakery manufacturing companies, wholesale food manufacturers, food stores, restaurants, hotels, and specialty baking/pastry businesses

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified bakers average $500.00 per week and up, sometimes with benefits and shift premiums.

Baker (423A)

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as an Baker (423A) may be for you!

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