Not just anyone can make a delicious and presentable coffee. If
you want to work locally and internationally in the vibrant café
scene then this qualification will help you stand out from the
crowd. Concentrating on skills for cafés and the sought after
skills of a barista, gain the knowledge and skills to be job ready
with an international City & Guilds qualification in
Barista.
Focus on food preparation encompassing café, breakfasts and
lunches. You will also participate in workshops with faces and
places from the industry, including well known baristas, to keep
you current and ready for you a career in this industry.
This course will also provide you with some basic kitchen and
service skills which will open the door to employment in the
vibrant cafe and bar scene.
What will this programme cover?
- Barista and bar skills
- Café lunch and breakfast preparation
- Introduction to bar and restaurant work
- Menu and wine knowledge
- Effective communication and customer service
- Confidence with customers
- Cash control
Related Careers
- Barista
- Waiter
- Kitchen hand
- Bar person
What do you need to apply?
For entry to this certificate it is desirable you have at least
3 years secondary education and successful completion of NCEA Level
1 with a minimum of 12 credits in literacy and 12 credits in
numeracy; or equivalent. Relevant industry experience will be
considered.
Programme Recognition
This programme is accredited by NZQA and City & Guilds
International.
Further Study Options
Certificate in Cookery
(Level 3, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)
Certificate in Bakery
(Level 2, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)
Certificate in Restaurant, Wine and Bar Service
(Level 4, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)