Pamela Adams

Pamela Adams received her Culinary Arts Certificate from Connecticut Culinary Institute and is also a UMass graduate. With over 15 years of pastry culinary experience, she previously owned a small bakery in the Caribbean and worked for the Ritz Carlton.

As Director of Bakery Operations & Executive Pastry Chef, Pamela assists the Bakeshop Manager in supervising staff and manages bakery operations. She creates recipes and dessert menus for Dining Commons and Retail outlets, and researches new products, ingredients, and food trends.

Pamela has represented UMass Dining in team competitions in the US and Canada, winning 3 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medals. She was the Grand Prize Winner in the 5th Annual America's Best Raisin Bread Contest (2012) for her Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bread.

In her spare time, Pamela enjoys painting, kayaking, riding motorcycles, cooking, and spending time outdoors.