Bakers for hire in Chicago, IL

Find bakers who specialize in creating artisan breads, pastries and desserts using traditional techniques while demonstrating skills in ingredient selection, dough preparation and decorating. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Time Management11%
    Communication Skills9%
    Organizational Skills9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED55%
    Associate's degree26%
    Vocational or technical training10%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years22%
    6-10 years30%
  • Current company

    Jewel-Osco
    Panera Bread
    1620 Hart House
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year26%
    1-2 years6%
    2-5 years39%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Baker: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Chicago, IL: $64,284 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $52,963$78,024 yearly

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  • Head Baker

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    SafeBartender LicenseSafe CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsBarista ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipAnalysis SkillsFood Preparation
  • Baker

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Sanitation PracticesSanitation ProceduresSanitationTemperature ControlFood SafetyServsafe+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSalesRetail SalesConflict Management
  • Pastry Chef

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationRegistered DietitianPERC CardDriver's LicenseCosmetology LicenseHACCP Certification+7 more

    Skills

    Latte ArtCleaningHouse Cleaning AssistanceHousekeeping AssistanceFilingFile Organization
  • Executive Baker

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Bartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeForklift Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsVegan Cuisine
  • Assistant Baker

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam SupervisionTeam Leadership
  • Baker/Cook

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsWarehouse ExperiencePallet JackKitchen ExperienceUnloadingLoading

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What's the average time to fill a baker role?

The average time to fill a baker role is 79 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do bakers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a baker include: time management, communication skills and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a baker?

Common licenses or certifications for bakers include: Food Handler Certification, Driver's License and Servsafe.

What are some job titles related to bakers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to bakers include: office manager, baker/cook and bread baker.

What level of education is common for a baker?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a baker in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a baker?

Most bakers have 19 years of professional experience.

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