Learn Barista in Ottawa, Ontario

The 7th day is a one on one menu creation and advanced business development day. You will work one-on-one with a consultant in developing each individual drink offered on your future menu. One of our experienced consultants will work with you in determining your system for drink preparation, selecting the specific products and recipes to use and how they will attract your target markets tastes and preferences. This day is extremely valuable whether you are a first time business owner or an existing cafe owner looking to develop some new tastes and improve on your business systems. A company trainer from our team can help you in solving some of the most frustrating business blunders and build a system that will maintain quality, consistency and efficiency. The consulting time can be used in any fashion you desire to help you resolve practically any business challenge. These are among the most common services our consultants provide to coffee shop owners.

Barista Fundamentals, Gaining Command of the Variables - 2 day

This course covers the fundamentals including cupping and palate development; seed to cup chain; bean grinding; milk theory and milk steaming; espresso theory; extraction and profiling; and the basics of equipment maintenance; as well as work flow/ergonomics coupled with a visit to a coffee shop to observe and see in action what has been learned in the training.

This course continues to build on skills learned in days one and two and introduces hot and cold espresso beverage preparation and presentation including latte art and etching.

This course continues the skills building of days one through three and also includes brewed coffee and whole bean sales; tea tasting and brewing; menu building and the psychology of its development; information about coffee roasting, profiles, and sourcing; and creating signature beverages.

Barista Fundamentals plus Drink building and Coffee Business Consulting Package - 5 day

The new coffee shop owner will find this training indispensable! This course offers all of the above plus a full day of business consultation covering staffing issues (e.g. hiring, training), development or review of your business plan and concept review, and methods of marketing (creating a satisfied and happy customer).

In this 3 hour course, you will discover how to get the best flavors out of your purchased coffee and brew. Topics include: using the right water, the relationship between the grind and the brewing method, cupping (i.e. tasting) for beginners, choosing the right coffee, and a hands-on demonstration of several popular home brewing methods

In this 3 hour course, you will learn the basics of espresso and espresso extraction. Topics include: how to extract espresso and diagnose taste problems, how to steam milk properly with tips and recipes for competition quality espresso beverages, and machine maintenance. The course offers a hands-on experience using several popular home machines and grinders.