Baking is an art and a science, combining precision and attention to detail with an appeal to the senses. In this intensive program students will learn the basics of professional baking. Students will practice scaling and mixing, dough production, retail operations and oven work. They will also study bakery math, sanitary practices, customer service, human relations. Instruction takes place in a professional kitchen that supports a retail bakery featuring baked goods, cakes and pastries finished to industry standards.