Becoming a Barista in Queensland

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About this role

Baristas prepare and serve espresso coffee and other hot beverages to patrons in cafes, coffee shops, restaurants or dining establishments.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Barista include:

  • prepares, serves and sells a variety of coffee beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages
  • cleans and maintains bar service area, coffee-making area and espresso machine
  • collects payment for sales and operates cash registers
  • promotes services and products
  • sells light snacks
  • selects and grinds coffee.

Courses that can lead to a career as a Barista

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  1. Certificate III in Hospitality

    SIT30622

    Learn practical skills to work in hotels, cafés or restaurants. Build experience in service, teamwork and safety.

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 2 years
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  2. Certificate III in Hospitality (Restaurant Front of House)

    SIT30722

    • Apprenticeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 2 years
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  3. Certificate I in Hospitality

    SIT10222

    • Work Skills Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 6 months
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements

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