Barista Training (3 day course)
Food & Beverage
A course by
SIT
A concise 3-day barista training course designed to develop coffee expertise and practical skills in espresso preparation using commercial equipment, suitable for beginners and those looking to upskill for working in hospitality environments.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Queenstown, Queenstown
Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment
Understand the function, features, and safe use of commercial espresso machines and related equipment.
Demonstrate knowledge of preparing espresso beverages
Gain knowledge of coffee beverage recipes and correctly operate machinery to create various espresso-based drinks.
Prepare espresso beverages under supervision
Apply practical barista skills to produce espresso beverages to industry standards in a supervised environment.
What You're Signing Up For
Embark on your path to becoming a Barista with this concise, 3-day course offered on-campus in Queenstown. Gain an appreciation for coffee, learn about its history and evolution, and master key barista techniques using commercial espresso equipment. This course provides hands-on experience in preparing and presenting pressed and filtered coffee beverages for service, equipping you for entry into the barista profession or upskilling as an industry professional. Successful completion leads to NZQA Unit Standard 17285 and 4 Level 2 credits.
Course Content
- Introduction to coffee and its history
- Overview of espresso technology and modern café culture
- Commercial espresso equipment operation and recipes
- Preparation and presentation of pressed and filtered coffee
- Making espresso and other beverages using commercial equipment
- Practical supervised training in preparing espresso beverages
What you need to know first
Academic and personal attributes to undertake the programme with a reasonable chance of success.
A high level of personal presentation.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Food and Beverage
Barista/Coffee Preparation
Future employment opportunities might be
Barista in cafes
Coffee shops and bistros
Hospitality venues serving coffee and beverages