Pastry Chef

Baking is considered a science.

Creative & Visual Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Traits
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Organizational & Operational Skills
Physical & Situational Readiness

Where does this job happen?

Restaurants.
Hotels and resorts.
Bakeries and Patisseries.
Coffee shops.
Catering Companies and Event Venues.
Test Kitchens and Food Development Labs.

What do they actually do?

Prepare baked goods. 
Design and decorate baked good.

What kind of person does this?

Detail oriented
Creative and artistic
Patient and hardworking

What skills do you need?

Kitchen Management
Creativity
Discipline
Organization

How much money can you make?

Entry Level (1-3 years) 
Salary: $25,000 – $40,000/year
Mid Level (4-7 years)
Salary: $40,000 – $60,000/year
Experienced (8+ years) 
Salary: $40,000 – $60,000/year
Own bussin / bakery 
Potential: Varies widely — can be $30,000 to $150,000+, depending on success.