For Immediate Release
Office of the First Lady
September 20, 2004

Thaddeus Dubois Named White House Executive Pastry Chef

Mrs. Laura Bush announced today that Thaddeus R. DuBois has been named the White House Executive Pastry Chef. Mr. DuBois will be responsible for preparing desserts for dinners, receptions and special events hosted by The President and Mrs. Bush. Mr. DuBois has held a number of executive pastry chef positions, most recently at The Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He received training at the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, New York and the International School of Confectionery Arts, Gaithersburg, Maryland. In addition, he earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Montana.

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