The Baking Skills program at Centennial College is a one-year certificate designed to meet industry demands for professional bakers. The curriculum covers fine decorating and finishing skills, as well as large-quantity production techniques, ensuring graduates are work-ready. Students gain hands-on experience in baking and pastry labs, including a commercial bake lab, café, restaurant, and event center. The program also provides industry certifications such as Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers, and CPR, enhancing employability. Graduates are equipped to pursue various roles in the expansive and dynamic commercial baking sector.

Career Options:

Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Baker	63202	$28,000 - $55,000	Prepare bread, rolls, muffins, pies, pastries, cakes, and cookies in retail and wholesale bakeries and dining establishments.
Pastry Chef	62200	$35,000 - $60,000	Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities specializing in pastries and desserts.
Bakery Supervisor	92022	$40,000 - $65,000	Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in baking operations.
Chocolate Maker	63202	$30,000 - $50,000	Specialize in creating chocolates and chocolate-based confections.

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Baker

Pastry Chef

Bakery Supervisor

Chocolate Maker