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kathryn
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What college degree do I need to become a pastry chef?
I was wondering this question so I could work up to these degrees. #pastrychef #college #degree
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Kiirsten Suomu
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Hi Kathryn!
Great question, and what a wonderful (and delicious) profession you are interested in. Are you thinking of becoming a pastry chef and working at a hotel/restaurant? Or are you leaning more toward starting your own business? I only ask because although degrees aren't required to become a pastry chef, depending on where you apply-- there will be competition. By having an apprenticeship or attending a culinary arts school, you will look more competitive for future employers. I always suggest with anything, to start volunteering at a local spot near your home so you can start to gain experience and build up your resume.
Good luck!
Great question, and what a wonderful (and delicious) profession you are interested in. Are you thinking of becoming a pastry chef and working at a hotel/restaurant? Or are you leaning more toward starting your own business? I only ask because although degrees aren't required to become a pastry chef, depending on where you apply-- there will be competition. By having an apprenticeship or attending a culinary arts school, you will look more competitive for future employers. I always suggest with anything, to start volunteering at a local spot near your home so you can start to gain experience and build up your resume.
Good luck!
Justin Palermo
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Hi Kathryn,
While a college degree is not required to become a pastry chef, pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts with a focus in pastries is a good idea. Culinary Arts programs do not just focus on the cooking or baking aspect but also provide classes in management which will help you on the business side of your pursuit if you are considering opening your own bakery. The CIA (Culinary Institute of America) in Hyde Park, NY is the top culinary school in the United States and not only offers classes in cooking and baking, but business as well.
Culinary Schools also provide internship opportunities plus have their own on-campus restaurants or provide you an opportunity to cook/bake for on-campus restaurants, providing a chance for real world application of your schooling. To make sure this is the career you want to pursue, you may also want to look into classes at your current high school.
I hope this helps you on your journey in becoming a pastry chef!!!
While a college degree is not required to become a pastry chef, pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts with a focus in pastries is a good idea. Culinary Arts programs do not just focus on the cooking or baking aspect but also provide classes in management which will help you on the business side of your pursuit if you are considering opening your own bakery. The CIA (Culinary Institute of America) in Hyde Park, NY is the top culinary school in the United States and not only offers classes in cooking and baking, but business as well.
Culinary Schools also provide internship opportunities plus have their own on-campus restaurants or provide you an opportunity to cook/bake for on-campus restaurants, providing a chance for real world application of your schooling. To make sure this is the career you want to pursue, you may also want to look into classes at your current high school.
I hope this helps you on your journey in becoming a pastry chef!!!
Frank Oldfield
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Hi Miss. Kathryn B. Thanks for your question. "What college degree do I need to become a pastry chef?' You dont need a degree to be a pastrychef however its best if you have completed an apprenticeship and are a journeyman tradesperson. The head chef & assistant head chef both at the Southern Cross Hotel in Melbourne City Australia interviewed me for the job "Afternoon Shift PastryChef" I had to have good pastrycooking experience and references and keen and enthusiastic attitude. My job was to make all the bases for the dayshift PastryChef. I loved that job and the kitchen team of 80 were very helpful and often calling into see me as they didnt have pastrychef skills. Please check out those "hashtags pastrychef college degree. Do you have any questions? if so fire away....Miss Kathryn B. Kind regards from Mr. Frank O.