Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands in response to signals from the pituitary gland and hypothalamus of the brain. The secretion of cortisol increases in response to psychological or physical stress of any kind.
According to a 2008 StarChefs.com Salary Survey, pastry chefs made an average of $46,228 in 2008. Experienced pastry chefs can make anywhere between $35,000 and $100,000 a y â¦ ear. http://www.starchefs.com/features/editors_dish/salary_survey/2008/html/index.shtml.
Other Contributing Factors. Several factors other than experience help determine the expected salary for a pastry chef. According to StarChefs, pastry chefs in states such as California and New York averaged over $50,000 a year in 2010, while those working in New Jersey averaged just $32,500.