Chocolate Chef

A Chocolate Chef creates handcrafted chocolates, bonbons, truffles and desserts in boutiques, patisseries, hotels or specialist shops, focusing on tempering, flavour pairing and artistic presentation while developing recipes and overseeing production quality.

Chocolate Chefs deliver indulgent chocolate experiences through creativity and precision, collaborating with kitchen teams and suppliers to source premium cacao, maintain hygiene standards and innovate new products.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $72,488
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a chocolate chef?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT31021

Certificate III in Patisserie

On Campus, Online
12 months
$0 - $10,690
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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