Baker
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Bakers prepare and bake breads, cakes, cookies, pastries, pies and other baked goods.
Depending on the size and nature of the bakery, bakers may be involved in any combination of the following duties:
- weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients, according to recipes or special customer instructions,
- cutting and forming dough,
- mixing and depositing batters,
- preparing fillings,
- using ovens to bake products,
- frying doughnuts,
- decorating baked goods,
- cleaning bowls and pans after use,
- preparing production schedules to determine the variety and quantity of goods to be produced,
- purchasing, stocking and rotating ingredients and supplies, and
- operating production machinery.
Program Information
Program | Information & Requirements |
Apprenticeship |
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Trade Qualifier |
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High School Credit |
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Supporting Resources
Description
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Trade Information | Get important information about the duties, working conditions, and skills and abilities needed to work in this trade. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) | |
Job Information | View job postings in this trade, and learn about the current job market, average wage and resources for finding a job. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) | |
Entrance Requirement | You must satisfy the educational requirements or pass the entrance exam to start an apprenticeship program. If you are writing the entrance exam, there are entrance-level competencies to help you prepare, as well as an exam counselling sheet and study guide. | |
Course Outline | Get information on all of the program requirements and what you will learn. | |
Technical Training | View a list of currently scheduled technical training classes. | |
Financial Assistance | Student loans, grants, scholarships and other financial assistance may be available. For more information visit our Financial Assistance section, visit an Apprenticeship and Industry Training office or call toll-free to 1-800-248-4823. | |
Examinations | Get exam counselling sheets for your upcoming apprenticeship, interprovincial or qualification exam. | |
Recognized Credentials | A person who holds a valid recognized credential is permitted to work in Alberta, but some employers may require Alberta documentation as proof that the holder is allowed to work in the trade or that the holder's credential is recognized. | |
Trade Regulation | For more information regarding tasks and activities, please review the Trade Regulation. |