Chocolatier : Eligibility & Course Areas
Educational: Even though no special training is mandatory, it is advisable to
attend a culinary school or cooking class which specialises in chocolates. Most of
the learning indeed happens on the job. But it takes years of experience to
master the art of crafting chocolates. Those who intend to start a business as
independent Chocolatiers can benefit from business planning and management
courses.
In specialised courses of chocolate making, students learn chocolate
processing and the techniques of tempering, dipping, molding and sculpting
of chocolates. They learn about the history of chocolates, its components,
flavours and textures, techniques of cultivation and processing etc.
Personal attributes: To become a Chocolatier what you need is not a degree,
but basic cooking skills, lots of patience and an open mind. Apart from
these qualities a Chocolatier requires knowledge, creativity,
imagination, commitment, putting in long hours, finesse and attention to
detailing. To be in this field one definitely needs to have a passion for
crafting chocolates and
possess basic marketing and PR skills. Chocolatier must have knowledge regarding
flavour, texture, how to melt, mold and temper chocolates.
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