Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef

Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef is a certificate program of one to two years at Escuela Hotelera de San Juan, a private for-profit institution located in Hato Rey, PR. This program covers foundational and advanced techniques in baking, pastry production, and dessert preparation, with training in bread making, cake decorating, chocolate work, and related culinary arts. Students develop practical skills applicable to bakeries, hotels, restaurants, and catering operations.

This program falls under CIP code 12.0501 in the culinary arts and food service field. Escuela Hotelera de San Juan also offers a related program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at the certificate level, providing students with additional options in food service education. Graduates of the Baking and Pastry Arts program are prepared to enter the food service industry in roles such as pastry chef, baker, or cake decorator in a variety of commercial and hospitality settings.