Barista Foundations Class

Our team of skilled trainers are committed to providing comprehensive 8hr training to help you master the art of coffee-making. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced barista, our program will teach you the fundamentals of espresso and milk preparation, brewing methods, and customer service.

What you will be learning about:

Arabica and Robusta differences
Freshness of coffee
Influence of roast degree
Grinder components
Espresso machine components
Safe us of grinder and espresso machine
Cleaning and organizing
Espresso recipes: SCA definitions and regional variations
Grinder calibration and dosing
Distribution and tamping techniques
What is espresso
Barista routine
Extraction: describing and modulating flavor
Milk steaming techniques: temperature, air and turbulence
Drink-making: components and construction
Safe and hygienic work practices
Regular cleaning of equipment
Impact of cleaning on drink quality and machine function
The customer experience

Host or Publisher San Diego Coffee Training Institute