Professional Bakery course

Duration – 2 Months

Course Includes :

Introduction to Baking and Pastry:
– Overview of the baking industry, including trends and career opportunities.
– Introduction to basic baking and pastry techniques, terminology, and equipment.

Bread Making:
– Understanding the science of bread fermentation and dough development.
– Learning traditional and artisanal bread recipes, including sourdough, baguettes, and specialty breads.

Pastry Fundamentals:
– Mastering pastry doughs such as puff pastry, shortcrust pastry, and choux pastry.
– Techniques for laminating, rolling, and shaping pastry doughs.

Cake Decorating and Design:
– Advanced cake decorating techniques, including fondant work, sugar flowers, and sculpted cakes.
– Design principles for creating visually stunning and structurally sound cakes.

Advanced Pastry Arts:
– Learning advanced pastry techniques such as tempering chocolate, sugar pulling, and marzipan work.
– Exploring international pastry traditions and specialties.

Dessert Plating and Presentation:
– Principles of dessert plating and presentation for professional settings.
– Techniques for garnishing and decorating plated desserts.

Bakery Management and Operations:
– Introduction to bakery business management, including budgeting, staffing, and inventory management.
– Understanding food safety and sanitation regulations in a commercial bakery.

Menu Development and Product Innovation:
– Strategies for developing a diverse and profitable bakery menu.
– Encouraging creativity and innovation in recipe development and product offerings.

Customer Service and Marketing:
– Training in customer service skills for bakery staff.
– Marketing strategies for promoting bakery products, including social media, advertising, and community outreach.

Internship or Work Experience:
– Opportunities for hands-on experience in a professional bakery setting.
– Applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to real-world bakery operations.

By following this comprehensive curriculum, students can gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the professional bakery industry, whether as pastry chefs, bakers, or bakery owners.