In the Barista Standard, apprentices will learn about:
- The main categories and types of hot and cold beverages
- The methods of preparing and serving a variety of coffees
- How different ingredients should be stored
- Origins of key ingredients
- Identifying specialist equipment, how to use it correctly and keep it clean and hygienic
Duration:
12 months
Hours:
30/40 hours per week
Further Progression:
You could continue on to the Management Academy and the Level 3 qualification, Hospitality Supervisor Apprenticeship or Team Leader, with a view to become a coffee shop/cafe bar manager.
Earning potential*:
Coffee Shop Manager: £15,059 - £26,920
*Earning potential figures are meant as a guide only. Source: www.payscale.com