FAQs
The only requirement to join our Diploma course is that the candidate must be at least 18 years of age. The candidate must have also successfully completed SEE OR +2.
The ‘Diploma’ course is a holistic hands-on training program in both baking and pastry. Therefore your diploma course with us will comprise both baking and pastry.
There is no option available for an ‘only vegetarian’ baking in our ‘Diploma’ course. The reason for this is because; most of the recipes used are classic and modern French which incorporate the use of egg as a vital ingredient. Other than eggs and wine, we do use gelatin as one of our core ingredients. If this is a serious problem, an alternative suggestion would be to consider some of our eggless baking classes that happen during our Weekend Courses.
Yes, of course! Prior baking experience is not a pre-requisite for any of our courses. The Diploma is carefully designed in a manner such that students are taught the basics first, and slowly progress to more advanced techniques. The only requirements are being above 18 years of age, and having successfully completed SEE OR +2 Level.
Both food and accommodation for the students, is something we do not provide presently. However, since we are situated in the heart of the city, there are many eateries and restaurants in the vicinity to accommodate the same. We also have our own café in the ground floor that serves some delectable food and drinks, that our students can make use of. Please also note that the students are allowed to taste and take home their creation for the day.
We at SBPT, focus on teaching hands on techniques in classic and modern French baking and pastry. The program comprises of demonstration classes, practical classes, theory classes, tasting sessions, evaluation, assignments, field trips and other events all in accordance with the syllabus.
During the classes, our chefs reinforce basic information like appropriate storage temperatures and techniques, hygiene, recognizing fresh produce, definition of terms and techniques, the science behind baking and ingredients used.
Seats for the said Diploma batch is usually booked off at least a year in advance. Therefore, it’s imperative to plan your pastry studies much in advance. Seats are booked on a first come first serve basis and is also dependant on applicable interviews. Hence, it would be hard to estimate the last date for registration. We urge you to register for the course at the earliest since batches tend to fill up fast.
Best if you contact the student office via email or phone for accurate information.
For candidates who are seeking internship, we will be happy to assist you in finding internships at either 5 star or stand-alone establishments across the country. Once the internship is completed, we can also assist you in finding a job at the said establishment. Securing the internship / job placement will be based on interview process.
The internships are usually stipend. The stipend amount is always decided by the hotel or the establishment where the internship takes place.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the internship, we do offer assistance in finding a job placement based on the candidates skill set.