Semester 1
Proposed Delivery
Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. Further information will be made available before the beginning of the Fall term. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Plan, prepare and present a variety of bakery and pastry products that will meet the diverse needs of food service environments.
Identify and produce baking and pastry that is consistent with the emerging trends in the industry.
Create, produce and manage a full café menu including baking and pastry arts and related beverages.
Apply marketing theories and concepts to a pastry and baking operation.
Support the goals of the pastry and baking operation and the responsible use of its resources through the application of kitchen management skills and knowledge.
Supervise and manage staff according to accepted human resource management legislation and industry standards.
Contribute to the provision of a healthy, safe and well maintained food environment, and to the service of baking and pastry products that are free from harmful bacteria, and other contaminants, with an awareness of potential allergens.
Apply fundamental nutritional principles to all aspects of food production.
Apply cost control techniques to baking and pastry service operations.
Develop strategies and plans to enhance leadership, entrepreneurship, and management in a baking and pastry area for the hospitality environment.
Work effectively independently and as a member of a team in the baking industry.
The Humber Experience
Is Apprenticeship Right for You?
There are many ways for passionate aspiring chefs to enter the fast-paced culinary industry. The opportunity to become an apprentice and "earn while you learn" is one of them.
Recently, chef and culinary instructor Michael Teune sat down with Restaurants Canada to discuss apprenticeships in the culinary industry and the benefits for aspiring chefs, restaurant employees, employers and the culinary industry as a whole.
The Humber Advantage
State-of-the-art Facilities
Humber is the home of the Canadian Centre of Culinary Arts & Science, Canada’s leading centre of excellence in culinary education, apprenticeship training and culinary research and development.
- Kitchen Lab Facilities
- On-Campus Restaurant Training Facility
- Wine Tasting and Demonstration Lab
Your Career
The demand for passionate, well-trained pastry chefs around the world is constant, and with more than 7,000 restaurants reflecting a wide variety of cultures and cuisines, Toronto is the ideal place to launch your culinary and baking career.
The baking skills you’ll gain at Humber will put you in high demand. Potential job locations include hotels, restaurants, clubs, resorts, hospitals, corporate settings and more.
If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll be inspired by the variety of establishments you can own. Food service is a constantly evolving industry that has never been more in the spotlight, and our baker apprenticeship program is your gateway.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS)
Humber’s culinary and pastry programs have been awarded international recognition from the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS). Recognition of Quality Culinary Education program for meeting or exceeding the standards of quality culinary education. This program is approved by WACS for Fast Track Certification for the World Chefs Commis Chef Level.
Additional requirements and/or costs may apply.
Note: The requirements for licensure are determined by the granting body, which is independent from Humber College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Related Programs
Nestle Humber Food Truck Recipe Challenge
Watch the video to see how Humber students competed in the Nestle Professional Maggi & Minors Food Truck Challenge.
Hospitality & Tourism Success Stories
Tourism Management Student Wins Baxter Student Ambassador
Thu, May 07, 2020
Every year, colleges across Canada submit their candidates for the Baxter Student Ambassador, and Tourism student Anh Dang won this year.
Event Management Students Create Valuable Online Resource to Use During Quarantine
Mon, May 04, 2020
Over 50 Event Management students worked together to create a document of resources for online and virtual events.
Greetings From Taiwan
Fri, May 01, 2020
Faculty and students studying in Taiwan share their experiences of the events that unfolded during the outbreak.
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Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Fees
Level 1 - $600
Level 2 - $600
Fees are subject to change.
Pathways
Pathways are academic routes that students can take to move from one credential to another.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
