PASTRY AND BAKING MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Practice baking and learn how a bakery is organized.
Study breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts at Florida Education Institute. Combine kitchen practice with bakery operations, customer service, and management subjects.
Ask about class times, all teaching locations, and available start dates. Call 305-444-1515 to speak with FEI.
- Program length
- 75 weeks on the normal schedule
- Award
- Associate of Applied Science, or A.A.S.
- Format
- Hybrid
- Kitchen training
- Coral Gables
PROGRAM AWARD
Program award: Associate of Applied Science in Pastry and Baking Management, subject to meeting graduation requirements.
Students who meet the program’s completion requirements receive this associate degree from Florida Education Institute. Its abbreviation is A.A.S.
FEI is institutionally accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. This accreditation applies to the school.
UNDERSTAND THE WORK
Prepare baked goods and understand the work behind production.
Bakers measure ingredients, prepare dough or batter, and check products as they bake. Pastry work can also involve fillings, decorating, and arranging finished desserts.
Keeping a bakery running involves other responsibilities, such as supplies, staff schedules, and customer service. Managers may oversee this work as well as employees.
The duties depend on the position. Baking work can involve long periods of standing and shifts early in the morning, at night, or on weekends.
EXPLORE PASTRY AND BAKING WORK
Compare job duties with the experience each employer requires.
Explore openings such as assistant baker, pastry cook, cake decorator, or bakery assistant. Requirements vary by position and employer.
Bakeries, pastry shops, restaurants, catering businesses, and hotel pastry departments use these skills. A head baker, supervisor, or bakery manager position may require previous experience.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Study baking methods, dessert preparation, and professional kitchen habits.
- Pastry and baking methods
- Practice the basic methods used to prepare pastries and baked goods.
- Bread baking
- Learn about mixing, shaping, and baking bread.
- Cakes, fillings and desserts
- Study how these products are prepared and finished.
- Chocolate and sugar work
- Learn techniques for sweets and decorations made with chocolate or sugar.
- International desserts
- Explore pastry traditions and modern dessert techniques.
- Decorating and presentation
- Study ways to finish desserts and arrange them for serving.
- Food safety and kitchen habits
- Learn how to handle food safely and keep work areas clean.
- Nutrition and guest service
- Study ingredients, nutrition, and how businesses serve customers.
- Leadership and work habits
- Study teamwork, work habits, and fair, responsible decisions.
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PLAN FOR KITCHEN AND CLASS ATTENDANCE
Check the online lessons and required in-person sessions.
FEI lists this degree as hybrid, combining online coursework with practical training. Kitchen training takes place in Coral Gables.
The published length is 75 weeks on the normal schedule. Ask where your other classes meet and review attendance, deadlines, and expected weekly study time.
Before enrolling, confirm live online meetings, computer needs, campus travel, and an available start date.
CONNECT BAKING WITH BUSINESS STUDY
Practice pastry techniques and study how bakery work is planned.
Kitchen instruction combines demonstrations with practice in baking and dessert preparation. Students study ingredients, techniques, safety, and finishing work.
Bakery coursework explores responsibilities such as purchasing supplies, scheduling employees, and responding to customer concerns. Hospitality subjects include guest service, marketing, and sales.
The degree also includes general education subjects, such as writing, mathematics, and science.
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Student stories
Hear from FEI students
“My main motivation for enrolling here was my love of cooking.”
Pablo, Culinary Arts studentTranslated from Spanish.
“You’re treated as a student… but at the same time, you’re treated like family.”
Pharmacy Technician student
Student experiences are individual and may not be typical.
PLAN FOR PROGRAM EXPENSES
Ask for a written cost breakdown before enrolling.
Review tuition, required fees, learning materials, and other required expenses. Ask what is included and what you may need to buy separately.
FEI’s Financial Aid Office can explain available options and eligibility. Financial aid available for those who qualify. Ask about scholarships and payment arrangements for your circumstances.
Help with your job search
Graduate job placement assistance available. FEI offers resume guidance, interview preparation, and job referrals for students and graduates. Employment and advancement are not guaranteed.
EXPLORE THE DEGREE AT FEI
Look at the baking practice alongside bakery and guest service study.
Pastry training in Coral Gables
Study breads, cakes, chocolate, and other pastry subjects in FEI’s baking training space.
Bakery and hospitality subjects
Learn about bakery operations, employee responsibilities, customer service, marketing, and sales.
General education courses
The degree includes subjects beyond baking, including writing and mathematics.
Help with your next steps
Ask admissions about enrollment, the Financial Aid Office about funding, and Career Services about your job search.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
HOW TO GET STARTED
Review the program before you apply.
Request program information
Call FEI or send the information request form. Ask about Pastry and Baking Management and explain what you want to study.
Discuss requirements and costs
Review admissions documents, baking kitchen attendance and other class locations, class times, and program expenses. Ask the Financial Aid Office about funding you may qualify for.
Complete the enrollment steps
If you decide to apply, work with admissions to complete the process and confirm an available start date.
Prefer to call? 305-444-1515
Frequently asked questions
Do I need previous baking experience?
FEI says previous baking experience is not required. You must still meet admissions requirements.
What degree will I earn?
An Associate of Applied Science in Pastry and Baking Management after meeting completion requirements.
Does the degree cover business subjects?
Yes. The curriculum includes bakery operations, management, guest service, marketing, and sales alongside pastry and baking study.
How long is the program?
The published length is 75 weeks on the normal schedule. Confirm your timetable with admissions.
Where will I attend?
Kitchen training takes place in Coral Gables. Ask about online coursework and all other required class locations.
Will the degree qualify me to manage a bakery?
Employers set their own requirements. Supervisory jobs may require previous experience. Employment and advancement are not guaranteed.
ASK ABOUT PASTRY AND BAKING MANAGEMENT
Get the class and cost details before you decide.
Talk with an FEI admissions advisor about the degree, attendance requirements, program expenses, and available start dates.
Prefer to call? Reach FEI at 305-444-1515.
