Baking and Pastry Option - Culinary Arts AAS

Are you passionate about baking? Do you enjoy making people smile when they eat your dessert? Make your dreams a reality and enroll at the Culinary Arts Institute today. This degree program will provide training in the basic aspects of baking. You will be taught by expert baking and pastry chefs with many years of experience and talent who will show you the fundamental techniques you need to succeed in entry-level employment in the industry. Enjoy small and affordable classes that are local and easily accessible, where you will experience one-on-one, hands-on instruction. Take advantage of the largest and most modern instructional kitchens and bakeshops in NJ to help you achieve your dreams. Hybrid classes available. Start working on your career today!

 

Our students come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. What unites all of them is their passion for food and service. See what they had to say…

 

Going to HCCC not only allowed me to develop my skills and build a solid network but also to find a group of people that have the same passion as me. Joining the culinary club and partaking in the school's events made me see how the people involved were not just students and staff, but a family. The 2 years that I spent there were much more than I expected them to be, and I wouldn't change a thing.

Paula Hartman-Pereira

Class of 2020

Paula knew she had made the right move with the Culinary Arts Institute at HCCC. 

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) (www.acfchefs.org) has accredited the following HCCC programs through June 30, 2024: AAS Culinary Arts, Certificate - Culinary Arts, AAS Culinary Arts-Baking and Pastry Option, Certificate - Baking and Pastry Arts. The AAS Culinary Arts and Certificate - Culinary Arts have been accredited continuously since 06/30/1997.

Why we are your 1^st and only choice for Baking

With over 10 labs, we are the largest and most modern baking and pastry and culinary arts program in the State of New Jersey.

 

Nationally Accredited American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accredited (since 2019) 

Our baking and pastry programs have been accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation since 2019. Our program has the recognition for its high standards and reputable influence on our graduates. 

We look forward to helping you achieve your goals. Use one of the links below to start your journey at HCCC!

 

Are you ready to get started?

• Apply today.
• Visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for more information.

Are you looking for more information?

• Contact the BCH Division at (201) 360-4630 or email at caiFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE
• View other programs in the BCH Meta-Major or view Academic Pathways.
• For more information on BCH careers, visit Career Coach.

Are you looking for other options?

• Visit the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development.
• Visit HCCC’s Early College program page.
• Thinking about transfer? Visit the Transfer Pathways page.

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