He’s an artist in the kitchen. A baking, pastry, and confectionary genius. Chef Charles has been recognized by big-name industry publications like Bake and Dessert Professional Magazine. But his true success is in the classroom where he’s sharing his craft with the next generation of culinary professionals.
Take a look inside the lab. See Chef Charles Niedermyer in action. And hear directly from students what excites them most about the Baking & Pastry Arts programs at Penn College.
A select group of students are invited to put their talents to the test at high-profile events like the Kentucky Derby where they’ll work alongside Chef Charles and learn from other world-renown food professionals.
Check out the Tomorrow Makers podcast with guest Chef Charles.
"While we have all these fancy ovens and fancy equipment, there is a person who is making it all happen. And that’s what is exciting about it. That’s what gets me up every day. It’s never boring. It’s never easy. But it’s always fun.”
Niedermyer to serve on trade show’s advisory council
December 05, 2025
Chef Charles R. Niedermyer, instructor of baking and pastry arts/culinary arts at Pennsylvania College of Technology, was selected to serve on the advisory…
Niedermyer presents workshop at Salon du Chocolat NYC
May 06, 2025
Chef Charles R. Niedermyer, instructor of baking and pastry arts/culinary arts at Pennsylvania College of Technology, was recently a workshop presenter during…
Penn College faculty member teaches bread-making artisans
May 24, 2024
Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Chef Charles R. Niedermyer recently led an eight-hour class for artisan baking professionals at the Bread Bakers Guild of…
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