Please be aware TAFE Queensland's contact centres will be closed from 1pm (AEST) Friday 14 February for scheduled system updates, and will reopen on 9am, (AEST) Monday 17 February. Our campuses are still open, check for opening hours, or get in touch via email.

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Please be aware TAFE Queensland's contact centres will be closed from 1pm (AEST) Friday 14 February for scheduled system updates, and will reopen on 9am, (AEST) Monday 17 February. Our campuses are still open, check for opening hours, or get in touch via email.

Baking and patisserie

Bakers and patissiers produce bread, cakes, desserts, and petit fours for various hospitality business. As a TAFE Queensland student you'll gain practical experience in our on-campus training kitchens where you'll prepare and serve items for real customers.

Study baking and patisserie

Bakers and patissiers produce bread, cakes, desserts, and petit fours for various business including patisseries, retail bakeries, restaurants, hotels, catering operations, and cafés. According to the Australian Government's JobOutlook service job growth for bakers and pastrycooks is expected to remain steady over the next five years with available positions reaching 31,100.

As a bakery or patisserie student at TAFE Queensland you'll gain practical experience in our on-campus training kitchens and restaurants. You'll prepare and serve bread and patisserie items for real customers in a live retail environment.

At TAFE Queensland we have valued hospitality industry partners including The Star, Marriott, Accor, and Hilton. In collaboration with our partners we offer master classes presented by industry-renowned chefs. These industry connections allow you to seek guidance on how to achieve your career goals and provide an opportunity for future employment outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Baker
  • Chef patissier
  • Pastrycook
  • Pastry chef

Commercial kitchens

Find out more about the specialised facilities you'll have access to as a patisserie student at TAFE Queensland including our industry-standard commercial kitchens.