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Executive baker (bbl)

Proud of handmade bread and pastries

As a baker, you'll create the most delicious bread and pastries from a variety of doughs. By hand, that makes your job even more enjoyable. This way, you'll create products you can't find anywhere else.

Fresh bread, delicious cookies, and beautiful shapes: you handle them every day. As a baker, you'll create the most delicious bread and pastries from a variety of doughs. By hand, that's what makes your job so enjoyable. This way, you create products you can't find anywhere else.

In the school's modern bakery, you'll learn many manual techniques. You'll also learn about hygiene and how to store fresh produce. Product knowledge is therefore essential. Sometimes you'll help out in the shop, and in that case, you'll need to look neat and tidy.

Bakery work often begins at night. It's especially busy around the holidays. You usually work when other people are off. But as a baker-in-charge, it's worth it. You learn a true, traditional craft and can be proud of your work!

Areas of interest

More information.

What are you becoming?

The program offers three majors: pastry chef, bread baker, or bread/pastry baker. As a working baker, you can work at a traditional bakery or a mixed business specializing in bread and pastries. You can also progress to the Level 3 Independent Baker program.

What does your education look like?

You'll attend theory classes at school one day a week. You'll also work at a training company for a maximum of four days a week, earning a salary.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year amounts to 323 euros.

Other costs

You only pay this if you are 1 years or older at the start of the academic year (18 August).

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, you cannot do without a computer as a student. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Other educational supplies

In addition to books and digital course materials, other educational supplies for personal use are required or desired to follow this course. Read more about it here.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. For example, in nutrition, regional products, or preparing dishes. During your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a basic vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a framework vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a theoretical track, or a mixed track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have an entry-level training or basic vocational training diploma (level 2).
  • You have proof that you have successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). This proof is recognized by the government.

Work at a recognized training company

During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.

For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teacher using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Trainers Bart Akkermans

E-mail
Trainers Bart Akkermans

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

What are you becoming?

The program offers three majors: pastry chef, bread baker, or bread/pastry baker. As a working baker, you can work at a traditional bakery or a mixed business specializing in bread and pastries. You can also progress to the Level 3 Independent Baker program.

What does your education look like?

You'll attend theory classes at school one day a week. You'll also work at a training company for a maximum of four days a week, earning a salary.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year amounts to 323 euros.

Other costs

You only pay this if you are 1 years or older at the start of the academic year (18 August).

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, you cannot do without a computer as a student. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Other educational supplies

In addition to books and digital course materials, other educational supplies for personal use are required or desired to follow this course. Read more about it here.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. For example, in nutrition, regional products, or preparing dishes. During your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a basic vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a framework vocational track, a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a theoretical track, or a mixed track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have an entry-level training or basic vocational training diploma (level 2).
  • You have proof that you have successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). This proof is recognized by the government.

Work at a recognized training company

During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.

For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teacher using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Trainers Bart Akkermans

E-mail
Trainers Bart Akkermans

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

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