Andy chlebana biography

Growing up in Oak Forest, Illinois, Andy Chlebana didn’t really know what he wanted to do after graduating from Marist High School.

At that point, the only job he had was working in a local restaurant, the Original Pancake House. His older brother was attending culinary classes at Joliet Junior College, so Chlebana decided to follow in his footsteps. 

During his third semester, Chlebana took an advanced baking and pastry class and realized he found his calling.

Andy Chlebana CEPC, CCA, is currently a Professor of Culinary Arts at Joliet Junior College.

Pastry chef, "Joliet Bakery" in Plainfield, Illinois.

Andy Chlebana CEPC, CCA, is currently a.

Certified Master Pastry Chef, Professor, Author, Spring Baking Championship Season 1 Winner, Consultant, Food Stylist, Food Network Challenge Winner.

Known for Food Network Challenge () Food Network Challenge TV Series Self - Contestant • 1 ep Spring Baking Championship ().

After graduating, he obtained a certificate in baking and pastry at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), in Hyde Park, New York. He went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in hospitality management from the University of Phoenix. 

While earning his degree at the CIA, Chlebana worked on the weekends at the Beekman Arms and Delamater Inn in Rhinebeck, New York.

After graduating, he moved back to Chicago where he spent three ye