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TCG's International Barista Training Program

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Over the last decade the Italian coffee culture has swept the world. The market for coffee has grown exponentially and people’s appreciation of coffee has changed considerably. To experience a real caffé that is consistent, smooth and satisfies the most particular pallet will depend on the barista. It is the barista who determines the quantity of coffee, the pressure and water temperature and who ultimately makes a great coffee.

Italian espresso brewing is defined by four ‘M's:

  • Macinazione -  the correct grinding of a coffee blend
  • Miscela - the coffee blend itself
  • Macchina - the espresso machine
  • Mano - the skilled hand of the barista.


With a balanced combination of all 4Ms, the espresso beverage that is produced is the ultimate coffee experience.

The Coffee Gang's Global Barista Training Program is a specialised training courseto help your staff develop the professionalism and skills needed to produce a premium coffee and become an expert barista. Our barista classes are a must for those new to the coffee machine scene as for the experienced operator who wants to fine tune and update their coffee making skills.

The standard course consists of five modules and takes approximately 20 to 25 hours to complete*. This includes 14
to 16 hours of practical exercises and hand-on training. The Coffee Gang’s standard course progression is one
module per day enabling students to complete the full program within one week.

Our courses are updated to:

 
  • Module 1
  • Module 2
  • Module 3
  • Module 4
  • Module 5

Barista Basics: an introduction to all aspects of being a Barista

  • Coffee Tasting – understanding the flavor, blend and history of coffee
  • The basic operations of a coffee machine
  • How to operate and adjust the grinder
  • Tampering and extraction time for coffee
  • Learning the right technique and temperature for perfecting the milk texture
  • Preparing the essential coffee - Caffe Latte, Cappuccino, Macchiato, Mocha...
  • Cleaning and equipment maintenance

Opening/closing procedures and working with a multiple coffee system

  • Preparing the coffee machine
  • Bleeding of machine, checking the flow of coffee, extraction time
  • Adjusting the grinder and the texture of the coffee
  • Learn the systems of multiple coffee making
  • Prepare 2- 4 coffees at a time
  • Understanding quantity and handling of equipment in a fast paced environment
  • Starting to build speed and efficiency in coffee preparation

Building Speed & Efficiency while working with multiple systems

  • Working with a multiple milk systems
  • Understanding milk textures and working with full cream/soy/skim/lite milk
  • Combining multiple coffee and milk variations to perfect the technique
  • Preparing various combinations of coffee orders and being part of the broader
  • hospitality/café service team
  • Learning the reality of barista work in a café
  • Consistency and professionalism in preparation

The Importance of building consistency and speed

  • Speed work – preparing two coffees in 1 minute
  • Building consistency
  • Review of key skills and competencies in becoming a complete café allrounder
  • Table service for cafes and restaurants (Optional)
Latte Art
  • The importance of milk texture
  • How to maintain consistency with textured milk
  • How to free-pour your first latte art cup
  • Different styles and designs of latte art
  • To experiment and discover your own inner creativity

 

*This is an example of the standard course program. Customised training programs are also available.

 

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