How to hire a baker helper

How to hire a baker helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step baker helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a baker helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new baker helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a baker helper, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A baker helper's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, baker helpers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents baker helper salaries for various positions.

   Type of Baker Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Baker Helper	Bakers mix ingredients according to recipes to make breads, pastries, and other baked goods.	$10-18
   Baker	Bakers arrange quality ingredients to mix and craft specific recipes to make all kinds of pastries and baked goods such as cookies, brownies, muffins, bread, tortillas, and cakes. They prepare doughs, batters, icings, or fillings and use several types of equipment like scales or graduated containers to weigh or quantify ingredients... Show more	$10-19
   Helper	Helpers are employed by families or homeowners to provide overall assistance in the house. They are usually assigned to do household chores such as cleaning the house, doing the laundry, cooking meals, and tending the garden... Show more	$11-18

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Culinary
   • Oven Temperatures
   • Food Handling
   • Production Schedules
   • Safety Regulations
   • Bakery Products
   • Mixers
   • Kitchen Appliances
   • Customer Service
   • Donuts
   • Mixes
   • Unload Machines
   • RAN
   • Hot Ovens

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage all raw material inventories daily via computer program design for culinary inventory.
   • Mix batter, bake and fry donuts.
   • Obtain a culinary training through an ACF apprenticeship program.
   • Finish all donuts, breads and danish on fast-pace production line.
   • Operate mixers, slicer, and scales to produce items according to bakery recommendations.
   • Prepare and bake bagels in a high-volume bakery and maintain proficiency at every station.

   More baker helper duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your baker helper job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A baker helper salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a baker helper in Alabama may be lower than in New Hampshire, and an entry-level baker helper usually earns less than a senior-level baker helper. Additionally, a baker helper with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average baker helper salary

   $13.89hourly

   $28,883 yearly

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   Entry-level baker helper salary

   $21,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average baker helper salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$33,404	$16
   2	Minnesota	$33,169	$16
   3	Hawaii	$33,110	$16
   4	New Jersey	$32,888	$16
   5	Oregon	$31,815	$15
   6	Delaware	$31,191	$15
   7	Maryland	$30,297	$15
   8	Nevada	$27,643	$13
   9	Ohio	$27,351	$13
   10	Ohio	$27,313	$13
   11	Ohio	$27,246	$13
   12	Ohio	$26,760	$13
   13	Texas	$25,476	$12

   Average baker helper salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Kroger	$32,579	$15.66	87
   2	Fairmont Schools	$32,387	$15.57	1
   3	Jerry's Enterprises	$31,100	$14.95
   4	Kelly Services	$30,383	$14.61
   5	Aerotek	$29,953	$14.40	58
   6	Giant Eagle	$28,365	$13.64	21
   7	Caesars Entertainment	$26,973	$12.97	8

4. Writing a baker helper job description

   A baker helper job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a baker helper job description:

   Baker helper job description example

   Dominique Ansel Bakery Hiring Event
   
   Thursday July 28th 1pm-4pm
   
   Located at the Caesars Entertainment Employment Center
   
   3645 Las Vegas Blvd S | Las Vegas, NV 89109
   
   Bring your most recent Resume
   
   Dress code Business Causal no jean
   
   Bakers and Baker Helpers
   
   General Summary
   
   The primary responsibility of the Bakers Helper is to assist co-workers with the proper functioning of the Pastry Shop. This included movement of products to storage locations, from production areas and into pastry shop, and assembly and decoration of pastry items. Includes working with the team to facilitate packaging needs of both front and back of house.
   
   Essential Job functions:
   
   

   • Transport, store and actively manage Food safety of product in a timely manner.
   • Monitors and assists with restocking display cases
   • Maintains a clean and sanitary station and dining room.
   • Make sure all areas are clean and free of debris.
   • Assists with pastry shop and production bakery with production, assembly and decoration of products

   
   
   Performance Requirements: (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
   
   

   • Knowledge of food and beverage products.
   • Ability to perform basic/intermediate math skills.
   • Ability to read, write, and understand English.
   • Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with guests, staff and management.
   • Knowledge, understanding and compliance of policies and procedures, job descriptions, daily memorandums, chemical labels and other instructions.

   
   
   Job Specifications
   
   

   • Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
   • Must present a neat and professional appearance.
   • Work requires interactions with customers, public and co-workers.
   • Work requires teamwork with other staff members.

   
   
   Physical and Mental demands:
   
   

   • Ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
   • Ability to perform reaching and stooping motions repeatedly.
   • Visual ability needed to accurately measure ingredients, prepare recipes, or check for cleanliness.
   • Requires standing, walking, and lifting a minimum of 60lbs repeatedly.

   
   
   Education:
   
   

   • High School education or equivalent.

   
   
   Working Conditions
   
   

   • Fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint. Must be able to handle a heavy business volume, and sensitive situations relating to staff and guest problems, in a timely manner. Shifts may vary based on business needs. Must be able to handle intoxicated guests in a professional manner. Must be able to tolerate secondary tobacco smoke.

   
   
   Disclaimer
   
   The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
   
   At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars , Harrah's , Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.
   
   Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars". If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.
   
   Dominique Ansel Bakery Hiring Event Thursday July 28th 1pm-4pmLocated at the Caesars Entertainment Employment Center3645 Las Vegas Blvd S | Las Vegas, NV 89109Bring your most recent Resume Dress code Business Causal no jeans

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5. Post your job

   To find baker helpers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any baker helpers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level baker helpers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your baker helper job on Zippia to find and recruit baker helper candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit baker helpers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new baker helper

   Once you've selected the best baker helper candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new baker helper. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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