What does it take to join the elite ranks of Certified Master Bakers (CMB)? In this powerful episode of The Perfect Rise, we go behind the scenes with Chef Austin Scoles—pastry chef, educator, and one of the newest CMBs certified by the Retail Bakers of America.
From 10+ weekends of intense practice to a two-day exam that tests everything from precision to endurance, Chef Scoles breaks down the real journey to CMB status—and what most people never hear about the process.
🎓 You’ll learn:
• What the CMB exam really demands (and why most don’t attempt it)
• How Chef Scoles went from student to faculty at JWU
• Why mentorship is a non-negotiable part of mastery
• How certifications can open doors beyond the bakery
• What aspiring bakers should know before they apply
Whether you're preparing for your own certification, curious about high-level pastry careers, or simply want an inside look at the most respected baking credential in the U.S.—this one’s for you.
🧁 Learn more about CMB and other certifications at retailbakersofamerica.org
🎧 Subscribe to The Perfect Rise for more real stories from the leaders shaping baking’s future.
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