First, a JD is not a âfirstâ degree. Like an MD, a JD is a professional doctorate only attainable after completion of a four-year bachelor's degree. Second, neither an MD nor a JD require a dissertation.
If you enjoy making fancy cakes, breads and other treats, your income may rise like bread dough as a pastry chef. Pastry chefs are in charge of the baking aspect of kitchens and restaurants, delivering cakes, breads, and any bread based components to meals.
Experience is key. Most pastry chefs start in other positions in the kitchen, from dishwasher, cook, etc., and learn the skills they need on the job to move up. Some might learn from bakers or other dessert makers and move into fine dining.