Baking Program

Cabrillo College's baking program is unique for providing a certificate where students can make their creative ideas come true, whether it's turning chocolate into bars, or perfecting sugar artistry. You can turn your passion of baking into art, while studying theory and business protocols, as well.
Cabrillo College offers this 16-unit Entry Level Baking certificate for any students entering CAHM. Students have the opportunity to work with professional equipment only found in the industry. Classes range from hands-on labs, to lectures in theory. You will walk away with a well-rounded education in the pastry arts, ready to take on your career.
Patti's Story
Patti Le Day began taking Cabrillo College's Chocolate class with a friend for fun, and it reunited her with a long-lost love of baking and sweets. Today she owns her own chocolate shop. Find out more about Patti's story.
Courses & Outcomes
Courses include:
Introduction to Appetizers and Baking Preparation
Cake Decorating
Basic Baking and Pastry
Chocolate
The Art of Creating Wedding Cakes
And more
As an outcome of this certificate, you will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental cooking theory, food sanitation, menu design, and food costing
Produce consistent bakery products in a timely fashion
Perform basic cake decorating techniques
Productively work as a team member in a kitchen environment
Learn more about the required classes.
Sample careers
Shop owner
Cake decorator
Bread baker
Bakery or kitchen manager
Ice cream maker
Contact Information for this program:
Jeremy MacVeigh
Department Chair
Send an Email.
(831) 477-3700 ext. 5675



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