Baking And Pastry Classes

The baking and pastry program at Culinary Institute of America prepares students for a career in a hotel, restaurant, resort, bistro, or bakery as an executive pastry cook, chocolatier, or Boulanger. The program focuses on preparing students to serve as professional bakers and pastry specialist in restaurants and other commercial baking establishments. Program courses include: bread and pastry making, handling, and storage, as well as cake and pastry decorating, baking industry operations, product packaging and marketing operations, and counter display. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer baking and pastry classes.

Culinary Institute of America (CIA)

765 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY

The Culinary Institute of America, located in Hyde Park, New York, is one of the oldest culinary schools in the United States. The school was founded in 1946 by Katharine Angell and Frances Roth as the New Have Restaurant Institute, in New Haven, Connecticut, and was founded as a vocational school for returning veterans from World War II. The school changed its name in 1951, and moved to its current location in 1971. CIA is the largest employer of American Culinary Federation certified master chefs. The school also has branch campuses in St. Helena, California, San Antonio, Texas and Singapore. The school also runs an on campus restaurant at its three United States based locations.

Academics

The Culinary Institute of America offers associate and bachelor degree programs in culinary arts and baking and pastry arts. Students will receive in depth and practical instruction on the methods and techniques used to craft the dishes and desserts in the finest ways possible. In addition to the majors offered, certificate programs in wine and beverage studies, latin cuisine and more are available. The education provided at the CIA offers students a solid foundation a professional supervision that can result in a career in food.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in applying to the Culinary Institute of America must have a high school diploma or GED. When applying students will be required to submit one or more recommendations depending on the program and will have to take a COMPASS assessment test. A minimum of six months professional food preparation experience at a minimum of 15 hours a week is necessary prior to admission to the CIA. Financial aid is available to eligible students. Students interested in obtaining aid may contact or visit the financial aid office to get assistance in beginning the process. Additional information is available through the school's website in the form of instructional videos.

Students Enrolled in the Baking And Pastry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Culinary Institute of America offers an associate's degree program in baking and pastry.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chefs and Head Cooks

Description

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chefs and head cooks employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.07
  • Average Annual Salary: $41750

Bakers

Description

Mix and bake ingredients to produce breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, pies, pastries, or other baked goods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, bakers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Syracuse, NY
  • Total Employment: 370
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $27540

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).