Master the Art of Professional Baking

Join Chicago's premier baking guild and transform your passion into professional expertise. Learn from master bakers, earn certifications, and launch your culinary career.

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About Professional Bakers Guild

Since 1987, we've been Chicago's leading institution for professional baking education

Our Heritage of Excellence

Founded by James Morrison, a third-generation master baker from France, the Professional Bakers Guild has trained over 5,000 professional bakers who now work in prestigious bakeries, restaurants, and hotels worldwide.

Our comprehensive programs combine traditional European techniques with modern industry practices, ensuring our graduates are ready for today's competitive culinary landscape.

We maintain partnerships with leading bakeries across Chicago and offer placement assistance to help launch successful careers in professional baking.

Professional baker working with dough

Professional Training Programs

Comprehensive certification programs designed for aspiring professional bakers

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Artisan Bread Mastery

Master traditional sourdough, French baguettes, and artisan breads. Learn fermentation science, shaping techniques, and professional oven management.

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Advanced Pastry Arts

Professional pastry certification covering croissants, Danish pastries, éclairs, and wedding cakes. Includes chocolate work and sugar artistry.

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Commercial Baking

Large-scale production techniques, cost management, food safety certification, and equipment operation for commercial bakery operations.

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Master Baker Certification

Our prestigious 12-month program culminating in internationally recognized certification. Includes business management and menu development.

Why Choose Professional Bakers Guild

Comprehensive benefits that set our graduates apart in the industry

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Industry Recognition

Our certifications are recognized by top restaurants and bakeries nationwide

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Job Placement

95% job placement rate with our extensive network of industry partners

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Expert Instructors

Learn from award-winning bakers with decades of professional experience

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Professional Kitchen

State-of-the-art facilities with commercial-grade equipment and tools

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Lifetime Support

Ongoing career support and advanced workshops for all graduates

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Small Class Sizes

Maximum 12 students per class for personalized attention and hands-on learning

What Our Graduates Say

Success stories from professional bakers who started their journey with us

Sarah Mitchell
Sarah Mitchell
Head Baker, Artisan Breads Co.
"The Professional Bakers Guild transformed my passion into a thriving career. The hands-on training and industry connections were invaluable for landing my dream job."
Marcus Rodriguez
Marcus Rodriguez
Pastry Chef, Grand Hotel Chicago
"The advanced pastry program exceeded my expectations. I learned techniques I never knew existed and now lead a team of 8 pastry professionals."
Emily Chen
Emily Chen
Owner, Sweet Dreams Bakery
"Not only did I master baking techniques, but I also learned the business side. I now run my own successful bakery with three locations across the city."

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Contact Information

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Visit Our Campus:
847 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed