Shows
Roots and Branches JJC Alumni PodcastSweet Success: Executive Pastry Chef and JJC Alum Shares His Recipe for ExcellenceIn episode six of the JJC Alumni Podcast, host Jen Davis celebrates the milestone of six months on air with a special guest, Andy Chlebana, a JJC alum, Culinary Professor, and Certified Master Pastry Chef. Andy shares his journey from working in the culinary field at age 16, following his brother to JJC, to finding his passion for baking and pastry. Andy discusses his extensive experience in competitions, including the prestigious Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie in Lyon, France, where he served as team captain. The conversation delves into the grueling nature of culinary competitions and what i...
2025-02-0733 min
Pastry Arts PodcastAndy Chlebana C.M.P.C., C.C.A.: Teacher, Coach, TV StarUpon completing an AAS in Culinary Arts from Joliet Junior College in Joliet, Illinois, Andy Chlebana attended the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park to study baking and pastry. He began his career working for the Four Seasons Chicago, focusing on fine-dining desserts. Chef Chlebana's career has included positions at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Grill Room, opening team of the Ritz-Carlton Washington D.C., and Pastry Chef/Corporate Account Manager at Albert Uster Imports, Inc. Chlebana has spent the past 18 years teaching baking and pastry at Joliet Junior College in Joliet, Illinois, where he is now Pastry Chef...
2024-07-1143 min
UntemperedAndy ChlebanaAdam & Derek laugh, reminisce, talk about competition, family, and all things pastry with Andy Chlebana. Andy is Professor Certified Master Pastry Chef and Professor / Pastry Chef at Joliet Junior College in Plainfield, Illinois.
2023-08-141h 06