Barista // Essential Skills To Get Your First Job

This course is a 6 hour extensive two part workshop providing the necessary skills to go and get a job in a cafe.

Our Sydney Cafe Managers Alex Murfet & Jason Gao will equip you with the technical skills to competently operate an espresso machine. The variables are endless, however, there are three main areas to focus on that can make or break a coffee from cup to cup; Coffee Extractions, Milk Steaming/Pouring & Cafe Workflow

By the end of this course, you will have a greater understanding of the correct way to perform these skills, the foundations of espresso extraction theory, machine & grinder cleaning, and the essentials for great cafe workflow and hospitality.

The course is designed for people who are looking to get their first job making coffee, and will have a jam packed a day full of learning & growth.

Outline:

• Introduction to the machine and grinder, safety warnings & how to achieve consistency with manual grinding & free-pouring shots
• Analysing the correct espresso volume, time, dose, aroma, taste & colour
• Correct dosing, distribution & tamping
• Fundamentals of espresso extraction theory.
• Break down our two-stage approach of how to achieve silky milk
• Learn the mechanics to free-pour all your coffees to get the correct depths of foam & ideal ‘canvas’.
• Ideal cleaning procedures for best flavour
• Foundations of great cafe workflow and hospitality.

All classes are limited to 4 participants & you will receive a Certificate of Achievement at the completion of the class.  If you would like to run a group session of more than four please contact hello@onacoffeesydney.com and we can arrange something special for you.  

Additional Needs:

Non - English Courses // Our courses are primarily facilitated in English, however our team may be able to arrange a private session of 2 or more in alternative languages. Please contact us at hello@onacoffeesydney.com to discuss further.

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Terms and conditions

1. Cancellation before 48 hours:

If a cancellation request is received more than 48 hours before the course commencement, a full refund (excluding a non-refundable account fee) will be provided.

2. Cancellation within 48 hours:

For Cancellations made within 48 hours of the course start time, no refund will be provided.

3. Transfer before 48 hours:

If a course transfer request is made more than 48 hours before the course commence, the transfer will be processed at no additional charge.

4. Transfer within 48 hours:

If a course transfer request is received within 48 hours before the commencement of the course, a $50 administration fee will be applied for processing the transfer.

5. How to switch things up:

Please send us email via sydneytraining@onacoffee.com.au to make any refund or transfer requests. Simply include your full name, class details, and why you need to make a change.

6. If we cancel the course:

In the rare circumstance that we have to cancel a class, you will be getting a full refund. Class fee and any account fee included.

By booking into our classes, you are agreeing to these terms. 

Thank you!

ONA Coffee Sydney

sydneytraining@onacoffee.com.au

ONA Coffee Sydney is a showcase coffee bar of Australian specialty coffee roaster, ONA Coffee.

Founded in 2008 by former World Barista Champion, Saša Šestic, ONA Coffee is dedicated to sharing amazing coffees from around the world, as well as the incredible stories and experiences of the people who grow them.  We aim to transform the process of drinking coffee into an unforgettable experience.

ONA Coffee Sydney's training curriculum utilises the incredible baristas you see in store everyday to create informative and educational experiences that will lift your coffee making & tasting skills to the next level, no matter what stage you're at.