Professional Barista

Course details

Have you always wanted to become a barista but didn't know where to start? Do the different types of coffees, drinks, and brewing methods confuse you?
Mikael Jasin, co-owner of SSG Coffee Company and 2019 World Barista Championship finalist, has condensed years of barista experience into one, all-inclusive ;
 
What you will learn

Wow your future employers and customers with your top-notch barista skills.
How to get the most from your coffee roast
The ins and outs of the typical equipment found in a coffee shop, including what it's used for and how to operate it
How to make everything from americano coffee through lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites, and macchiatos
Milk 101: steaming, frothing, and creating free pour latte art 
The secret to remembering complicated orders, working during rush hour, and dealing with tricky customers 

Module 1: Introduction
Meet Mikael: coffee expert and champion barista 
What you will learn from this course
Coffee as an agent for change 
The history of coffee 
What makes a great barista?
 
Module 2: Know Your Beans
The complete guide to regions and varieties of coffee
Get the most from your roast: All about the roasting process
How to recommend the perfect coffee for your customers
How to perfectly grind and store coffee beans
Choosing the right milk: Cow milk vs alternative milks
 
Module 3: Welcome to the Machine
A complete walkthrough of the espresso machine
Get on your grind: Using the espresso grinder
Understanding espresso machine mechanics
How to structure the perfect drink
Getting steamy: Steam wands and frothing milk 
Cleaning your espresso machine
 
Module 4: The Classic Coffees
Black coffees: How to make americanos and long blacks
White coffees: How to make lattes, cappuccinos, flat whites and macchiatos
 
Module 5: How to Free Pour Latte Art
Monk's head 
Heart 
Tulip
Rosetta 
Swan
 
Module 6: Coffee Variations Your Customers Will Love
The elegant espresso tonic
The warming winter coffee
The interesting coffee infusion
The intriguing Irish coffee
Creating your very own signature beverage
 
Module 7: Working as a Professional Barista
How to find a job as a barista
The professional barista's guide to workplace etiquette
Understanding service essentials 
Engaging with customers
Thank you and goodbye! Updated on 08 March, 2021