Baking technologists work in bakeries, cafeterias, doughnut shops, grocery stores, restaurants, hotels, casinos, warehouse clubs and supercenters to bake bread, pies, pastries, cakes and other goods. They require a high school degree and technical college courses, and handle tasks like making fillings, doughs and batters while lifting heavy bags of flour. Employment opportunities exist as production needs change across bakeries of varying sizes, with salaries ranging from $16,280 to $31,820 per year along with benefits like paid time off and health insurance.

1. Baking Technologist By: Laine Rachael