It is ideal for someone who has barista skills and experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions found in the barista profession.
The Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. Through this interactive course, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the coffee itself, specifically the impact of a coffee’s variety, origins, and processing methods on flavor; the parameters of coffee quantity, grind texture, water quality, and shot time and their interaction when dialing in a brew recipe; drink construction and taste differences; workflow management and efficiency, sensory aspects of the espresso extraction; milk handling and techniques as well as latte art. In addition to coffee preparation, this course also covers key concepts regarding health and safety, customer service and basic business practices.
Requirements: Introduction to Coffee and Barista Foundation are recommended (but not mandatory) pre-requisite modules.
Certification: An online written exam consisting of 35 questions is required with a required passing score of 70% and a practical examination requiring a passing score of 77%. Upon successful completion, a certification is awarded as well as 15 CSP points towards a Diploma in Coffee from the SCA.
Participants: 2 - 4 max
Included: Lunch will be served on training days. Usage of machinery and all relevant ingredients.
Our Story
Winston Thomas started working in coffee in 2014. During his engineering studies, he grew a curious interest in coffee. This interest quickly developed into a passion that he pursued after graduating.
After working for some of the top roasteries in South Africa, touring the country working as a guest barista in numerous cafes, and having participated in three World Barista Championships as the South African Barista Champion Winston decided to start a business of his own.
Our Clients
Our diverse experience in coffee has given us the opportunity to work with many clients in different industries. These range from hotel groups, and cafes, to restaurants and film production companies.
We believe in learning at a relaxed pace and in an enjoyable way. That said, we aim for the highest standards and will introduce you to the most delicious coffees.
The intention of the Barista Skills Programme is to provide training opportunities where relevant skills and competencies are obtained and applied in the Food and Beverage industry, ranging from small restaurants to hotels.
If you are as passionate about coffee as we are, we would like to train you in the ways of the barista, so that you too can brew the perfect cup every time.
This course allows one to gain an introductory understanding of the coffee itself and set a foundation from which to build practical skills for milk technique and latte art while implementing health and safety practices and customer service.
The intention of the Barista Skills Programme is to provide training opportunities where relevant skills and competencies are obtained and applied in the Food and Beverage industry, ranging from small restaurants to hotels.
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