Prepare And Serve Espresso Coffee (Barista) Course SITHFAB025 (Nationally Accredited)

Welcome to the course Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee. It is important to note that this course has received national accreditation and falls under the unit of competency SITHFAB025. The primary objective of this course is to provide students with the necessary information and abilities to achieve proficiency in the skill of producing and delivering high-quality espresso coffee. Regardless of your level of expertise, this course aims to assist you in honing your skills and achieving proficiency as a barista.

Unit of Competency Description:
SITHFAB025 - Prepare and serve espresso coffee:

This unit of competency includes the skills as well as knowledge necessary to proficiently prepare and serve espresso coffee beverages across diverse hospitality environments. During the course, participants will acquire the necessary skills for making espresso, steam milk, and craft various coffee beverages, all while upholding rigorous standards of quality and consistency.

The unit of competency SITXFSA005 - Use Hygienic Practises for Food Safety is an essential component that aims to provide individuals with the necessary knowledge and abilities to maintain food safety in hospitality and food service settings. This course includes the core principles of food hygiene, which involve personal hygiene, prevention of cross-contamination, safe handling of food, and cleaning practises. The aim is to provide learners with the necessary skills to maintain high food safety standards. Upon completion of this unit, participants will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the legal and ethical obligations that relate to food safety. Consequently, they will be adequately equipped to actively contribute to the secure and hygienic preparation, handling, and serving of food. This will effectively ensure the preservation of the health and well-being of both customers and staff members.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, students will have a thorough comprehension of coffee beans, encompassing their origins, varieties, and fundamental characteristics.

Acquire proficiency in using of espresso machines, grinders, and associated equipment.

Acquire proficiency in the suitable techniques for the processes of grinding, dosing, and tamping coffee grounds.

Learn to create a range of espresso-based beverages, covering espresso shots, cappuccinos, lattes, along with alternatives.

Learn the skill of controlling the texture of milk for diverse coffee beverages.

Understand the importance of hygiene and safety when handling coffee equipment.

Deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards of quality.

Assessment:

The assessment methods employed for this course encompass hands-on exercises, multiple choice questions, and written exams consisting of short answer questions. Participants are required to continuously provide coffee beverages of exceptional quality and exhibit their expertise in coffee preparation methodologies.

Certification:
Upon successful fulfilment of the course requirements and assessment, participants will be awarded a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment and Certificate for the unit of competency SITHFAB025 - Prepare and serve espresso coffee.