Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef

The Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef program at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution. Classified under CIP code 12.0501 in the culinary arts and related services field, the program trains students in baking and pastry production techniques, including bread making, cake decorating, dessert preparation, and food safety standards for professional kitchen environments.

Truckee Meadows Community College also offers related technical and vocational certificates, including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Building/Property Maintenance, and Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. Students in this baking and pastry arts certificate can expect hands-on instruction in commercial baking equipment and techniques suited to employment in bakeries, hotels, restaurants, and food service operations in the Reno area.