Apprenticeship training course

Baker (level 2)

Making bakery products in a craft, plant or retail bakery.

Qualification level: 2
Equivalent to GCSE.
Typical duration: 18 months
Apprenticeship category: Catering and hospitality
Maximum funding: £9,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Also known as: Baker

Baking operative

Biscuiteer

Confectioner

In-store baker
Skills: Skills an apprentice will learn

Select, prepare/set-up and use equipment and machinery.

Clean and check tools and equipment.

Monitor materials/stock levels and controls for example, first in first out, temperature and environment.

Receive and store materials/stock from external suppliers and/or internal stores.

Store finished goods.

Package and label bakery products for example, allergens.

Comply with health & safety, food safety, environmental procedures, PPE, hygiene and method statements.

Clean and tidy work area. Dispose of waste and recycle.

Communicate verbally for example, with colleagues, suppliers and customers.

Record information - paper based or electronic.

Identify bakery product problems/faults and underlying causes.

Full information on Baker (level 2) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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