Summary
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Quick Facts: Bakers | |
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$27,700 per year
$13.32 per hour |
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No formal educational credential | |
None | |
Long-term on-the-job training | |
199,300 | |
5% (Faster than average) | |
10,600 |
What Bakers Do
Bakers mix ingredients according to recipes in order to make breads, pastries, and other baked goods.
Work Environment
Most bakers work in retail or commercial bakeries (manufacturing facilities), grocery stores or wholesale club stores, and restaurants. Work shifts often include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
How to Become a Baker
Bakers typically learn their skills through long-term on-the-job training. Although no formal education is required, some learn through an apprenticeship program or by attending a technical or culinary school.
Pay
The median annual wage for bakers was $27,700 in May 2019.
Job Outlook
Employment of bakers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. Bakers with years of experience should have the best job opportunities, with employment driven by the growing demand for specialty baked products.
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Similar Occupations
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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