Thao Rich
Chef, Associate Instructor
JWU Faculty Since 2016

About Thao
A JWU alum of the Baking & Pastry Arts Bachelor program, Chef Rich has honed her skills in prominent Boston-area restaurants and bakeries. In 2011, she began her teaching career at Le Cordon Bleu in Cambridge, MA. This facilitated her return to Johnson & Wales as an instructor.
Chef Rich enjoys being a mom to 2 boys, cooking, crafts, home improvement, and yoga when she is not baking.
Education
- B.S. BPA, Johnson & Wales University
- M.S. FIT, Johnson & Wales University, Candidate May 2024
Courses
- BPA1701 Foundations of Baking & Pastry
- BPA1710 Principles of Cake Decorating & Design
- BPA1720 Plated Desserts
- BPA2710 Advanced Pastry Applications
- BPA2720 Artisan Café
- FSM1165 The Food Safety Manager
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Extra Curricular Roles
Co-Advisor, Cooking Asia Club