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Baker

Overview

Bakers make bread, cakes, pastries, and other goods that are sold by grocers, wholesalers, and restaurants.

Description

  • Check the quality of baking ingredients.
  • Prepare and measure equipment and ingredients.
  • Place items into ovens or grills and monitor them to ensure they are baked.
  • Experiment with ingredients and techniques to develop or improve recipes.
  • Work closely with other kitchen staff.

Entry requirements

  • No formal education is required, but to build a foundation, you may attend courses in nutrition, food safety, and basic maths at culinary schools.
  • Most bakers begin their careers with culinary school and apprenticeships. If you want to open your own bakery, business knowledge will come in handy.

Salary

$2,700 – 3,600

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Did you know that croissants aren’t actually French? They were invented in Austria, and French bakers later perfected the buttery, flaky layers we know today.

What to expect

You’ll work early hours lifting heavy ingredients to bake delicious goods. You may need to get lots of sleep and wear back supports for protection.

Soft
skills

Adaptability

Able to be flexible and adjust recipes or baking techniques as needed.

Detail-Oriented

Ability to pay attention to texture, flavour, and presentation details.

Creativity

Skilled in designing visually attractive pastries and experimenting with new interesting flavour profiles.

Ability to Operate Bakery Equipment

Skilled in using ovens, mixers, and other tools.

Physical Strength

Able to lift heavy ingredients and stand for long periods.

Precision

Ability to measure ingredients and time baking processes accurately.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

Most supermarkets and restaurants sell freshly baked goods throughout the day, so bakers work unconventional hours including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

A baker uses existing recipes to make simple baked goods, while a pastry chef works on the fine details of making pastries and sweets. Pastry chefs also earn higher pay because they are specially trained.

It depends, but beginner bakers usually don’t need professional-grade equipment.

Being a baker may be time-consuming, especially if you’re fulfilling extra orders for events.

Being a baker may be challenging, but it’s also a fulfilling and enjoyable role if you genuinely love creating delicious treats.