- Who is The Coffee Gang?
- Why should my staff be trained to make coffee?
- How will The Coffee Gang’s program certify my team’s coffee expertise?
- How long will it take my employees to complete this course?
- How can I organise The Coffee Gang’s International Barista Training Program at my hotel/resort?
Who is The Coffee Gang?
Founded by Tony Vitiello and Marco Cocurullo in Sydney in 2007, The Coffee Gang was established as one of Sydney’s finest institutions for hands-on barista training and coffee education.
The Coffee Gang is a global barista training company and widely recognized industry leader with a reputation for our innovative training and course development refined over 25 years in the industry.
Voted 'Best Barista School 2009' (baristaguide.com), our mission is to provide quality barista training that will help you make a difference to the lives of the guests you service. We focus on this mission in pursuit of our goal of becoming the most preferred leader in the coffee training industry - worldwide.
The Coffee Gang has trained thousands of students locally and has expanded its operations abroad more recently working closely with many leading hotels and resorts such as the Sheraton Hotel and the Starwood Group.
The Coffee Gang is committed to a long term growth strategy continuing to expand its operations in the Asia-Pacific region, while becoming an internationally recognized barista training school sharing its passion and appreciation of good coffee with all.
Why should my staff be trained to make coffee?
Your guest’s first impression of the day is most likely to come from a cup of coffee from your in-house restaurant. Don't you want to get it right?
With local food and beverage cultures transcending international borders, people are becoming more educated and aware of what good coffee should taste like. While there are many factors that influence the flavor of a coffee such as the coffee bean, water pressure and milk temperature, one of the key determinants is the barista. It is important first and foremost that the barista understands what the coffee they are serving guests should taste like. Without this knowledge, it is difficult to produce a great coffee beverage. Then there is the coffee machine, the grinder and the many coffee varieties – Cappuccino, Espresso, Macchiato etc. – that need to be learnt.
Whilst it may seem simple, adding that extra touch to your service by making a great coffee can make a big difference in terms of guest satisfaction. Our courses teach you all you need to know to satisfy even the biggest 'coffee snob'.
How will The Coffee Gang’s program certify my team’s coffee expertise?
The Coffee Gang’s end-to-end barista training program covers all of today’s most critical topics, expanding your team’s knowledge and skills as they progress through the course. Upon completion of the training program, participants will receive a certificate of achievement that certifies their proficiency in essential coffee making and related skills and techniques. This credential proves to your clients and/or executive management that your staff has demonstrated expertise in all aspects of coffee making. All certificates can be customized with your company name and logo.
How long will it take my employees to complete this course?
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 hands-on training. The Coffee Gang’s standard course progression is one module per day enabling students to complete the full program within one week.
However, The Coffee Gang also offers customized training solutions which may mean a variation in the duration of the course. We work in partnership to design a course that meets your individual staffing needs. This may include variations from the standard course, instructor-led group discussions, additional training materials (such as company-specific case studies or team projects), an accelerated program for intense training or other changes to the course structure.
How can I organise The Coffee Gang’s International Barista Training Program at my hotel/resort?
It’s simple. Just email or call +61 2 802 179 60 to get started. Our course representatives will be happy to provide details on the training program as well as on agency/group discounts. Click here if you’d like to download a copy of our brochure to share with others in your organisation.
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