Description

Barista Skills Course – Level Intermediate

The Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has barista skills experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions found in the barista profession.

The course covers the following topics:

• Deep understanding of the coffee itself, specifically the impact of a coffee’s variety, origins and processing methods on flavor
• The parameters of coffee quantity, grind texture, water quality and shot time and their interaction when dialing in a brew recipe
• Drink construction and taste differences
• Workflow management and efficiency
• Sensory aspects of the espresso extraction
• Milk handling and techniques as well as latte art
• Key concepts regarding health and safety, customer service and basic business practices

• A written exam tests Intermediate course knowledge while a practical exam assesses the learner’s ability in terms of grinder calibration, espresso extraction analysis, latte art skills and drinks construction.

  Additional Information:

  • Level: Intermediate
  • Date: Choose the date above
  • Time: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Duration: 2 days
  • Location: Jeddah, Alinea
  • A trainee will gain a SCA certificate.
  • Required exams: Written exam with a passing score of 70%, Practical exam: pass each section of exam (passing scores per section vary)
  • Required Prerequisites: Barista Skills Level Foundation certificate
  • The course will be conducted in English, and a translator will be present
  • Limited 6 seats available