Getting started in hospitality can feel a little overwhelming, but having a practical skill like coffee-making under your belt is a great place to begin. Barista training not only builds confidence behind the machine but also gives you a real edge when stepping into a hospitality venue.
We believe good coffee starts with understanding the full journey, from berry to bean to brew. Being a great barista means more than just knowing what happens at the machine; it’s about being passionate about where the coffee comes from, how it’s roasted, and how those choices shape what ends up in the cup.
That’s why our barista training goes a little deeper. We understand the importance of the people behind the machines, and so should you!
Why Barista Training Matters
In any café or coffee shop, the barista is very often the face of the business. Coffee may grow on trees, but an iced latte doesn’t just appear out of nowhere!
The key to a successful coffee operation is offering your customers a top-notch experience in addition to a perfect drink. To be a five-star barista means being a well-rounded one, a professional at both steaming milk and engaging with customers at the till.
This also means knowing your stuff, knowing all there is to know about coffee and how it gets to your cup. That’s why our team at Sunshine Coast Coffee Roastery has designed our barista training to suit all experience levels, giving attendees insight into the complete coffee roasting process.
Each session includes a behind-the-scenes roastery tour before the session, helping you connect the dots and feel more confident in what you’re making and serving. Because at the end of the day, training to become a barista means more than just learning how to make coffee; it’s learning a skillset that you can take with you wherever you may go.
The Sessions We Offer
At Sunshine Coast Coffee Roastery, we understand the importance of the people behind the espresso machines. That is why we offer barista training with our clients for coffee-making, customer service, coffee knowledge, and understanding and utilising your coffee equipment.
Our trainers are passionate about what they do and love working with clients, building skills, sharing knowledge, and enjoying beautiful coffees that leave a lasting impression. We offer a basic introduction course to coffee fundamentals, a refresher course, and advanced custom sessions for expert refinement.
SESSION 1: BARISTA BASICS (The Fundamentals of Coffee Making)
Session 1 is a beginner-friendly introduction designed for anyone starting from scratch who wants to build a solid foundation in coffee knowledge. Priced at $150 per person, this 2.5- to 3-hour session is capped at 3 participants, ensuring a hands-on, personalised learning experience.
This is one of our most popular sessions and is open to all coffee lovers and novices. Whether you are completely new to coffee or simply want to better understand what goes into a great cup, this is the perfect first step in your coffee education journey!
SESSION INCLUDES:
- Introduction to coffee (Origins, History, Growing, and Roasting)
- Roastery tour
- Understanding coffee equipment, extraction, and workflow
- Tamping and coffee dosage
- Milk texturising
- Understanding different drinks
- Industry expectations: product quality, service, and consistency
NOVICE | STARTING FROM SCRATCH | $150 Per Person | 2.5-3HRS | 3 per Session
SESSION 2: COFFEE INDUSTRY REFRESHER (Return to the Coffee Industry)
If you’re someone with basic coffee knowledge and returning to the industry, our refresher session is ideal for fine-tuning your skills. This session focuses on the three key aspects of achieving success in coffee: product quality, consistency, and excellent service.
There will be less hand-holding in this session, as it is intended as a refresher for those with basic industry experience. You must have a basic understanding of coffee-making to enrol.
SESSION INCLUDES:
- Ristretto vs. Espresso
- Primary and secondary extractions
- Dialling in your coffee grinder
- Modern coffee trends
- Refining milk texturising techniques and free pouring
COFFEE INDUSTRY REFRESHER | $75 Per Person | 1.5HRS | 2 per Session
SESSION 3: ADVANCED CUSTOM TRAINING (Expert Finetuning)
For those looking to go deeper, our advanced sessions are tailored to you. Our advanced sessions are customised to suit individual abilities and requirements.
The advanced training is for those with a real passion for coffee who want more control over the quality of the product they serve. Whether you want help dialling in the perfect espresso, refining milk consistency, or levelling up your latte art, our 1-on-1 training sessions will help you nail down the areas of your craft that may be holding you back.
When booking, please advise if you are booking 3A or 3B in the notes.
CUSTOM TRAINING FOR 1 ON 1 OR GROUPS OF 2
3A) DIALLING IN COFFEE GRINDER | GRINDER TROUBLESHOOTING | EXTRACTION TROUBLESHOOTING
SESSION 3A INCLUDES:
- Dialling the coffee grinder to the coffee machine
- Troubleshooting common grinder issues
- Troubleshooting changes in extractions and resolving
3B) LATTE ART | MILK PERFECTION
SESSION 3B INCLUDES:
- Perfecting consistent textured milk
- Free pouring techniques and introduction to latte art
- Modern latte art techniques
90MIN SESSIONS | $75 PER PERSON
Barista Training: Skills for Life
Barista training is one of those rare skills that sticks with you long after your training session ends. Whether you’re stepping into hospitality for the first time or just want to feel more confident behind a coffee machine, it gives you a practical edge that translates directly into real-world experience.
We also believe the best baristas aren’t just technically skilled but curious, attentive, and genuinely interested in what they’re serving. That combination is what turns a good coffee into a great experience for the customer.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or brushing up on existing skills, learning the craft properly gives you something valuable you can take anywhere.
Start Your Barista Training Journey Today!
If you’re thinking about jumping into the world of coffee or levelling up your existing skills, our small-group barista training sessions are a relaxed, hands-on way to begin. You’ll learn the fundamentals, build confidence on the machine, and walk away with skills you can actually use, either at home or out in the professional world.
Explore our upcoming training sessions and book your spot online now. We’d love to help you get started on your journey to being a barista today at Sunshine Coast Coffee Roastery!