easy
2 hours per session
Basic physical ability to stand and move in a kitchen environment for two hours.
Middle schoolers can develop baking skills in a professional kitchen with the Jr. Chef Baking Series at Cook Academy, Essex Resort & Spa. Over six weeks, guided by expert chefs, kids roll dough, master meringues, and craft caramel confections.
BAKING FUNDAMENTALS
Join the Essex Resort & Spa's exciting Jr. Chef baking series, where middle school students (ages 12-15) will learn essential baking skills over six weeks. Guided by a professional chef, they'll create delicious treats each week, gaining confidence and hands-on experience to impress in their own kitchens.
Join the Essex Resort & Spa's exciting Jr. Chef baking series, where middle school students (ages 12-15) will learn essential baking skills over six weeks. Guided by a professional chef, they'll create delicious treats each week, gaining confidence and hands-on experience to impress in their own kitchens.
Classes begin promptly at the Essex Resort kitchen to maximize hands-on learning.
Dress in layers and wear clothes suitable for kitchen work and occasional spills.
Notify instructors in advance if your child has any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
Each week, students bring home their baked creations. A container helps keep treats fresh and transported safely.
Essex Junction has a rich railroad heritage, once a critical hub connecting Vermont to broader trade routes in the 19th century.
Essex Resort & Spa supports local sourcing and sustainable culinary practices, highlighting Vermont’s commitment to farm-to-table principles and reducing food waste.
Protects clothing during baking and hands-on activities.
Ensures safety in the kitchen against spills and dropped utensils.
For taking home baked goods safely each week.
Keeps young chefs hydrated during class.