Bakers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Measure or weigh flour or other ingredients to prepare batters, doughs, fillings, or icings, using scales or graduated containers.91
Set oven temperatures, and place items into hot ovens for baking.87
Check products for quality, and identify damaged or expired goods.87
Check equipment to ensure that it meets health and safety regulations, and perform maintenance or cleaning, as necessary.87
Adapt the quantity of ingredients to match the amount of items to be baked.86
Place dough in pans, molds, or on sheets, and bake in production ovens or on grills.86
Observe color of products being baked, and adjust oven temperatures, humidity, or conveyor speeds accordingly.84
Set time and speed controls for mixing machines, blending machines, or steam kettles so that ingredients will be mixed or cooked according to instructions.84
Combine measured ingredients in bowls of mixing, blending, or cooking machinery.84
Check the quality of raw materials to ensure that standards and specifications are met.84
Roll, knead, cut, or shape dough to form sweet rolls, pie crusts, tarts, cookies, or other products.83
Order or receive supplies or equipment.82

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Prepare or maintain inventory or production records.82
Decorate baked goods, such as cakes or pastries.75
Direct or coordinate bakery deliveries.74
Apply glazes, icings, or other toppings to baked goods, using spatulas or brushes.73
Operate slicing or wrapping machines.73
Develop new recipes for baked goods.58

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Active Listening50
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Judgment and Decision Making50
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Time Management50
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Critical Thinking47
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Monitoring47
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Quality Control Analysis47
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Reading Comprehension47
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Speaking47
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Coordination44
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Active Learning41
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Operations Monitoring41
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Social Perceptiveness41
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

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Service Orientation38
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Operation and Control35
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Systems Evaluation31
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Mathematics28
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Systems Analysis28
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Complex Problem Solving25
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Instructing25
Teaching others how to do something.
Learning Strategies25
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Management of Material Resources25
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Management of Personnel Resources25
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Negotiation25
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Persuasion25
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Writing25
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Troubleshooting22
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Operations Analysis19
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Science16
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Equipment Maintenance13
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Equipment Selection13
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Management of Financial Resources13
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Technology Design13
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Programming0
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Repairing0
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Production and Processing58
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Food Production53
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Administration and Management46
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Customer and Personal Service46
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language45
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Public Safety and Security40
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Administrative37
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Sales and Marketing37
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Education and Training34
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Mechanical33
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics30
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Personnel and Human Resources28
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

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Economics and Accounting26
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Chemistry20
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Communications and Media19
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Computers and Electronics19
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Design18
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Building and Construction15
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Psychology14
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Physics13
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Telecommunications13
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Engineering and Technology12
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Fine Arts12
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Sociology and Anthropology12
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Law and Government11
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Medicine and Dentistry11
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Foreign Language10
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Transportation10
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Therapy and Counseling8
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Biology6
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Geography5
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
History and Archeology5
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Philosophy and Theology4
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Near Vision69
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Manual Dexterity53
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Problem Sensitivity53
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Control Precision50
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Deductive Reasoning50
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Information Ordering50
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Oral Comprehension50
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression50
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Selective Attention50
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech Clarity50
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition50
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

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Visual Color Discrimination50
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Arm-Hand Steadiness47
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Finger Dexterity47
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Multilimb Coordination47
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Perceptual Speed47
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Trunk Strength47
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Far Vision44
The ability to see details at a distance.
Inductive Reasoning44
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Originality44
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Time Sharing44
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Written Comprehension44
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Flexibility of Closure41
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Fluency of Ideas41
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Visualization41
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Written Expression38
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Hearing Sensitivity35
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Extent Flexibility31
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Static Strength31
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Gross Body Equilibrium28
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Mathematical Reasoning28
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Number Facility28
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Stamina28
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Auditory Attention25
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Depth Perception25
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Dynamic Strength25
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Gross Body Coordination25
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Memorization25
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Rate Control25
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Reaction Time25
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Speed of Closure25
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Response Orientation22
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Wrist-Finger Speed22
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Speed of Limb Movement19
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Dynamic Flexibility10
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Explosive Strength0
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Glare Sensitivity0
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Night Vision0
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Peripheral Vision0
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Sound Localization0
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Spatial Orientation0
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Getting Information70
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Performing General Physical Activities68
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Handling and Moving Objects67
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates61
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work59
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events58
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Controlling Machines and Processes57
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials57
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems55
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Training and Teaching Others55
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings50
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Processing Information45
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

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Thinking Creatively45
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Assisting and Caring for Others44
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships44
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates42
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Scheduling Work and Activities39
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information38
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards38
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others38
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Documenting/Recording Information36
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public36
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Developing and Building Teams34
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People34
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Coaching and Developing Others33
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge32
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Working with Computers31
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Analyzing Data or Information30
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others30
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources28
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment28
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others27
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others24
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization23
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment23
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Developing Objectives and Strategies22
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment22
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Performing Administrative Activities22
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment21
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Selling or Influencing Others19
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Staffing Organizational Units18
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Attention to Detail87
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Dependability77
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Cautiousness48
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Achievement Orientation37
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Perseverance37
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Stress Tolerance33
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Self-Control29
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Innovation27
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
Integrity26
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Cooperation24
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Adaptability23
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Initiative22
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

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Optimism17
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Self-Confidence17
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Intellectual Curiosity14
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Sincerity10
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Humility3
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Empathy2
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Social Orientation1
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic88
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional53
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Artistic23
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
Enterprising18
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Social12
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Investigative11
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually100%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others90%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- Continually or almost continually68%
- More than half the time22%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important69%
- Important18%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day68%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually72%
- About half the time20%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important68%
- Important21%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- More than half the time23%
- About half the time17%
Freedom to Make Decisions
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom56%
- Limited freedom29%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day46%
- Once a week or more but not every day39%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- 40 hours41%

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Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day76%
- Never22%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results55%
- Minor results23%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)20%
Time Pressure
- Every day62%
- Never25%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- More than half the time24%
- Never23%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- High responsibility13%
- No responsibility24%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Never19%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility27%
- High responsibility22%
- Limited responsibility22%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Once a month or more but not every week20%
- Never33%
Level of Competition
- Not at all competitive33%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Fairly important27%
Degree of Automation
- Completely automated17%
- Not at all automated14%
Consequence of Error
- Fairly serious21%
- Not serious at all31%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Extremely important20%
- Important32%
- Fairly important17%
- Not important at all30%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Important20%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Extremely important30%
- Not important at all55%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day29%
Telephone Conversations
- Once a week or more but not every day24%
- Never53%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
- Once a year or more but not every month42%
- Never31%
E-Mail
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day25%
- Never68%
Conflict Situations
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Every day19%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- Continually or almost continually17%
- Less than half the time11%
- Never69%
Written Letters and Memos
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Never85%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Never76%
Work Schedules
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)23%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)77%
Public Speaking
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never68%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
Spend Time Sitting
- Never95%
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Never99%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Never98%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never99%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never100%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Never100%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Never99%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Never100%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Less than high school diploma
Some college, no degree

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Afcom Datasafe Computer Services FlexiBake, Sage 100 ERP, SweetWARE SmallPICS, TwinPeaks Software Visual Z-Bake
Analytical or scientific software
Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro, EGS CALCMENU, SweetWARE nutraCoster Professional
Data base user interface and query software
At Your Service Software CostGuard, Barrington Software CookenPro, Culinary Software Services ChefTec
Electronic mail software
Email software
Desktop publishing software
SoftCafe MenuPro
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Time accounting software
ADP Enterprise eTIME
Internet browser software
Web browser software
Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
Enggist & Grandjean EGS F&B Control
Inventory management software
SweetWARE stockCoster

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Measure ingredients or substances to be used in production processes.
Adjust temperature controls of ovens or other heating equipment.
Evaluate quality of food ingredients or prepared foods.
Clean production equipment.
Maintain production or processing equipment.
Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
Operate cooking, baking, or other food preparation equipment.
Determine food production methods.
Inspect food products.
Load materials into production equipment.
Shape clay or dough to create products.
Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

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Record operational or production data.
Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.
Direct operational or production activities.
Operate cutting equipment.
Create new recipes or food presentations.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Baker (Bake Produce)
Baker (Hotel & Restaurant)
Cook, Pastry (Hotel & Restaurant)

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