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EEC Professional Barista Trainer
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MEET YOUR TRAINER

Chef Josh

Professional Barista & Beverage Trainer

Guiding students through practical, structured and industry-relevant learning—from coffee foundations and espresso preparation to milk texturing, beverage service, hygiene and workplace readiness.

8Professional Modules
91Structured Learning Topics
100%Practical Learning Focus

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Supporting Skills, Confidence and Professional Standards

Chef Josh supports students in developing the knowledge, discipline and practical confidence required for professional café and beverage-service environments.

The training approach combines clear demonstrations, guided practice, correction, repetition and workplace-focused learning. Students are encouraged to understand not only how to prepare beverages, but also why each professional step matters.

Strong barista skills are built through correct foundations, consistent practice, attention to detail and a professional attitude.

— Chef Josh

AREAS OF GUIDANCE

What You Will Learn With Your Trainer

Coffee Foundations

Origins, species, processing, roasting, freshness and coffee quality.

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Espresso & Calibration

Dosing, distribution, tamping, extraction, grinder adjustment and consistency.

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Milk Science & Texturing

Steam-wand control, microfoam, temperature and milk-based beverages.

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Hot & Cold Beverages

Professional recipes, preparation sequence, presentation and service standards.

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Mocktails, Juices & Smoothies

Balanced flavour, ingredient handling, garnishing and beverage presentation.

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Hygiene & Food Safety

Personal hygiene, cleaning, sanitising, hazard prevention and safe operations.

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Customer Service

Professional communication, order confirmation and positive guest interaction.

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UAE Workplace Readiness

Grooming, teamwork, discipline, interviews and professional café expectations.

TRAINING APPROACH

How Your Learning Is Supported

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Demonstration

Professional techniques are introduced clearly before students begin practice.

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Guided Practice

Students apply each skill with trainer observation, correction and support.

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Repetition

Important skills are repeated to improve control, confidence and consistency.

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Professional Feedback

Students receive practical feedback connected to café and workplace standards.

MESSAGE TO STUDENTS

Welcome to your Professional Barista learning journey.

This platform is designed to support what you learn during class. Review the lessons, practise consistently, record your notes, reflect on your progress and use the Skills Passport to identify where you need more improvement.

Be patient with yourself, accept correction positively and focus on accuracy before speed. Every professional barista begins by mastering the fundamentals.

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