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Baking & Pastry Arts

This pathway is a comprehensive pathway that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience necessary for careers in the baking and pastry arts. This program offers an in-depth exploration of baking techniques, food science, and industry-standard safety practices while preparing students for professional certifications recognized in the culinary and hospitality sectors.  

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Current Certifications and Proficiency Credits

Industry Certification

  • ServSafe Food Handler Certificate (National Restaurant Association)

  • ServSafe Manager Certification (National Restaurant Association)

  • Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook (American Culinary Federation)

College Proficiency Credits

Anne Arundel Community College

  • HRM 111 - Introduction to Hospitality Industry (3 credits)

  • HRM 119 - Certification in Sanitation (1 credit)

  • HRM 124 -Introduction to Baking and Pastry (3 credits)

Career Pathways with Industry Credentials

  • Beverage Crafter

  • Cake Decorator

  • Farmers Market Vender

  • Food Blogger or Writer

  • Food Service Worker

  • Food Service Supervisor

  • Private Chef

  • Professional Pastry Cook/Chef

  • Retail Baker

  • Small Business Owner

Career Pathways with Continued Education & Training

  • Culinary Instructor

  • Culinary Operations Director

  • Dietician

  • Food and Beverage Director

  • Food Lawyer

  • Food Scientist/Agriculturalist

  • Food Service Manager

  • Food Stylist

  • Hospitality Manager

  • Molecular Gastronomist

  • Research & Development Chef

  • Restaurant Publicist/ Social Media Director

  • Television Chef

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